Manager Total Rewards

We are partnering with a growing, innovation-driven organization seeking a strategic and hands-on Total Rewards Manager to lead global compensation, benefits, and payroll initiatives.This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for building and optimizing total rewards programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll and benefits experience, a strategic mindset, and the ability to scale infrastructure in a fast-paced environment. Compensation expertise can be further developed — payroll and benefits depth is essential.ResponsibilitiesDesign and execute a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy aligned with company growth and talent prioritiesLead and develop a high-performing compensation and benefits teamOversee payroll operations, with the ability to step in and process payroll when neededManage global benefits strategy including plan design, vendor partnerships, compliance, and cost optimizationSupport executive and broad-based compensation programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, and recognition programsDrive pay equity analysis, internal equity reviews, and compliance with evolving pay transparency regulationsPartner closely with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and workforce cost modelingLead compensation benchmarking, survey participation, and rewards analyticsOversee Total Rewards systems (Workday or similar), ensuring optimization and automationImprove processes through technology, analytics, and innovative tools — including AI-driven enhancementsDevelop communication strategies that promote transparency and employee understandingEnsure compliance with domestic and international labor regulationsQualifications5+ years of progressive experience across payroll, benefits, and total rewardsStrong payroll and benefits background (required)Experience supporting compensation programs (executive compensation and equity exposure is a plus)Proven ability to build or scale rewards infrastructure and processesAdvanced Excel and financial modeling skillsStrong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadershipHigh level of discretion, integrity, and professionalismCertifications such as CCP, CBP, or CEBS are a plus