Manager Total Rewards

We are conducting a highly confidential search for a Manager, Total Rewards to join our client's large, complex, multi-brand organization entering a significant phase of transformation.This role will serve as the senior-most Total Rewards leader across North America, with responsibility for both benefits and compensation strategy, execution, and team leadership. The position reports into senior executive leadership and partners closely with senior level stakeholders.This is a unique opportunity to step into a highly visible role supporting multiple distinct business units. The environment will require a leader who is equally comfortable operating strategically while also being hands-on when needed.What You’ll Be Responsible ForLeading Total Rewards across multiple business units with diverse operating models and employee populationsDriving alignment and consistency across benefits and compensation programs while respecting unique business needsPartnering with global rewards leadership to support and execute broader compensation frameworks, incentive programs, and pay structuresLeading the design, communication, and rollout of annual compensation cycles and incentive programsOverseeing benefits strategy with a strong focus on harmonization, optimization, and employee experienceEnsuring operational continuity during a period of organizational change and transformationBuilding, developing, and leading a high-performing team, with a strong emphasis on leadership, coaching, and accountabilityServing as a trusted advisor to senior leadership across multiple businessesWhat Makes This Opportunity UniqueOpportunity to lead Total Rewards across multiple brands and business models within one organizationHigh visibility role with direct exposure to executive leadership and global stakeholdersAbility to shape and influence the future operating model of Total Rewards in North AmericaBlend of strategic leadership and hands-on execution during a period of meaningful changeExposure to a wide range of employee populations, cultures, and go-to-market strategiesWhat We’re Looking ForProven leadership experience in Total Rewards, including both benefits and compensationHands-on direct leadership experience over a benefits and compensation team, but have the ability to dive into details when neededStrong business acumen with the ability to operate effectively across multiple stakeholders and business unitsExperience navigating change, ambiguity, and transformationExceptional communication skills, particularly with senior leadershipTrack record of building and leading strong teamsAdditional DetailsThis is a highly confidential search. Additional details regarding the organization, structure, and long-term vision will be shared with qualified candidates as part of the process.