Lead - Total Rewards

Your Role in Our Mission:

As the Compensation and Benefits Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our total rewards strategy:

1. Compensation Strategy and Design:

• Develop, implement, and manage the organization's

  compensation philosophy

  and strategy.
• Design and maintain

  salary structures

  , pay grades, and

  incentive programs

  .
• Conduct

  market research

  and benchmark salary data (preferably experience with

  AON

  ).
• Oversee merit increases, promotions, and incentive program implementations.
• Provide strategic leadership and consultation on compensation-related matters.

2. Benefits Program Management:

• Manage employee benefits programs, including

  health insurance

  ,

  retirement plans

  ,

  wellness programs

  , and other perks.
• Negotiate with external vendors and brokers to optimize benefit offerings and costs.
• Ensure compliance with benefits regulations at federal, state, and local levels.
• Collaborate with HR to effectively communicate benefits to employees.

3. Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze compensation and benefits data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and present reports to senior leadership on performance, costs, and program effectiveness.

4. Compliance and Legal Knowledge:

• Ensure all compensation and benefits programs comply with labor laws, benefits regulations, and tax laws.
• Regularly review and update policies to reflect changing legal requirements.

5. Employee Education and Communication:

• Conduct training sessions for employees and managers on compensation policies and benefits programs.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee queries regarding compensation and benefits.

6. Performance Management and Reward Systems:

• Partner with HR to integrate compensation and benefits into performance management and recognition programs.
• Advise leadership on reward strategies to support talent retention, motivation, and attraction.

7. Project Management:

• Lead or participate in compensation/benefits projects, including system upgrades, open enrollment, and redesign initiatives.
• Stay updated on industry trends and recommend new structures aligned with best practices.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience:

  710 years in compensation and benefits management.

• Education:

  MBA in

  Human Resources

  or a related field preferred.

• Certifications:

  Professional certifications in HR, Compensation, or Benefits are a plus.

• Technical Expertise:

  Proficiency in

  SAP SuccessFactors (SF)

  , payroll systems, and data analysis tools (

  Excel

  ,

  Power BI

  ).

• Knowledge:

  Strong understanding of compensation structures, benefits regulations, labor laws, and market trends.

• Analytical Skills:

  Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis abilities.

• Communication Skills:

  Excellent written and verbal communication for effective interaction with stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to lead change and innovation in compensation/benefits strategies.

• Global compensation experience

  in multinational environments.
• Advanced data analysis or predictive modeling skills in compensation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work independently and manage teams.

What You Should Expect in This Role:

• A dynamic, fast-paced work environment with opportunities for strategic influence.
• A collaborative, supportive culture where innovation is encouraged.
• Flexibility with a hybrid work environment (if applicable).