The Director of Total Rewards will lead the design, implementation, and management of comprehensive compensation and benefits strategies across a midsized global organization. This role will oversee all aspects of compensation planning, benchmarking, pay structure development, incentive programs, benefits offerings, and reward strategies to ensure alignment with organizational goals, market competitiveness, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will bring strategic vision, data-driven decision-making, and proven leadership experience in total rewards across diverse, global, and dynamic workforces. The individual will lead a team of local, regional benefits analysts/coordinators.
What your impact will look like
Compensation Strategy & Management:
- Develop and execute competitive, equitable, and sustainable compensation strategies globally.
- Oversee the design, benchmarking, and administration of base pay structures, variable pay programs, and executive compensation.
- Evaluate market trends and economic conditions to maintain competitiveness in attraction and retention strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws related to pay and compensation.
Benefits Leadership & Strategy:
- Lead the strategy, design, and administration of comprehensive health and welfare benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability programs.
- Manage retirement plans, including 401(k) plans, pensions, and other savings plans, ensuring alignment with employee needs and organizational sustainability.
- Foster partnerships with vendors, brokers, and benefits providers to enhance program quality, cost-efficiency, and employee satisfaction.
Strategic Planning & Data Analytics:
- Utilize market analysis, industry benchmarking, and employee feedback to inform total rewards strategies and decisions.
- Leverage HR data and analytics to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of reward programs, and assess their impact on organizational goals.
- Present insights to leadership to support strategic decision-making and organizational planning.
Leadership & Team Development:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Total Rewards team.
- Foster collaboration across HR and business leaders to ensure alignment and integration of total rewards strategies into the overall HR and business strategy.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, tax laws, and reporting requirements globally.
- Mitigate risk by implementing strong governance and ensuring the accuracy of compensation and benefits administration.
Partnership with Leadership & Stakeholders:
- Collaborate with senior leaders, managers, and cross-functional partners to ensure alignment between reward strategies and the company’s strategic priorities.
- Act as a trusted advisor on compensation and benefits matters.
You’ll love this job if you have
- Minimum seven (7) plus of experience leading compensation and benefits strategies in a global, midsized organization.
- Proven experience managing cross-functional and international reward programs.
- Relevant certifications such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional), CBP (Certified Benefits Professional), or similar preferred.
- Expertise in global compensation planning, equity compensation, pay-for-performance programs, and benefits strategy development.
Proficiency in data analysis and compensation benchmarking tools.
- Familiarity with global compliance standards, such as FLSA, GDPR, and country-specific labor laws.
- Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to navigate organizational change with strategic thinking and influence.
- Experience with HRIS and compensation management tools.
$105,000 – $125,000 a year + bonus and benefits