Director – Total Rewards

Director – Total Rewards

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of post-high school education and related experience required.
• 10+ years of experience in benefits and compensation, with at least 3 years in a leadership role and executive compensation experience.
• Ability to seamlessly shift between high-level strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state benefits and employment laws/regulations.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity in a rapidly evolving company while also creating and maintaining structure.
• Deep understanding of the Total Rewards function and its alignment with People strategy, employee value proposition, and company mission.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence, build trust, and drive collaboration across teams.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage senior leadership, managers, employees, and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Total Rewards team, overseeing two analysts—one focused on employee benefits and the other on employee compensation.
• Build strong relationships with internal business leaders and key stakeholders to address compensation and benefits needs.
• Mentor junior employees and foster a culture of collaboration, trust, and continuous learning.
• Oversee state compliance issues and ensure timely filings.
• Ensure accurate and timely administration of compensation and benefits programs, including payroll, tax, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with systems management, including current operations and future changes or integrations (e.g., data warehousing, migration, and employee training).
• Conduct research and analysis on compensation and benefits trends, providing data-driven recommendations for program enhancements.
• Manage and execute the annual benefits open enrollment process.
• Stay attuned to employee needs and industry trends, making strategic recommendations to enhance total rewards offerings.
• Ensure compensation and benefits programs remain competitive and aligned with market trends and company objectives.
• Oversee the annual performance and salary review process, including budget planning, analysis, and execution.
• Lead the development and implementation of new compensation and benefits programs, policies, and procedures.
• Manage and administer the 401(k) plan, employee benefits, and other incentive programs.
• Provide strategic guidance to leadership on compensation and benefits-related matters.
• Lead negotiations and manage contracts related to benefit plan providers, vendors, premiums, and plan administration.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for total rewards inquiries, ensuring an excellent employee experience.
• Develop and execute a Total Rewards education and communication strategy, including training on compensation philosophy, benefits onboarding, and annual benefits reporting.
• Partner with vendors to highlight benefit offerings and drive employee engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.