Director, Total Rewards

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards Strategy & Program Ownership

• Lead the development and execution of total rewards strategies aligned to company growth, talent priorities, and financial objectives
• Ensure programs support retention of critical talent, scalability, and performance differentiation
• Partner with HR leadership and Finance to align rewards programs with business plans and workforce needs
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to HR Business Partners and business leaders on compensation and benefits questions

Compensation Strategy & Design

• Manage compensation frameworks, including job architecture, salary structures, incentive plans, and pay-for-performance philosophy
• Lead annual compensation planning cycles, including merit, bonus, and equity processes
• Conduct ongoing market analyses and benchmarking to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness
• Provide counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, and retention strategies
• Support executive compensation analysis and materials as directed by senior leadership

Benefits & Wellbeing Strategy

• Lead the design and ongoing management of health, wellness, retirement, and absence programs to balance employee experience, cost management, and compliance
• Manage benefits governance, including oversight of plan design, vendor strategy, and program performance
• Drive a holistic wellbeing strategy, including mental health and workforce sustainability initiatives
• Lead open enrollment planning and execution, ensuring a seamless employee experience

Operational Excellence & Vendor Management

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of total rewards programs, including annual cycles, audits, renewals, and open enrollment
• Build and manage relationships with external partners, consultants, and vendors to optimize service delivery and cost efficiency
• Drive process improvement and scalable infrastructure across total rewards operations
• Ensure data accuracy and process integrity across HRIS platforms and vendor integrations
• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing, compliance with applicable regulations, and alignment with total rewards strategy

Data, Insights & Technology Enablement

• Leverage HRIS data, analytics, and modern tools to enhance decision-making and increase transparency across total rewards programs