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Total Rewards Director

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Senior level
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Senior level
The Total Rewards Director will oversee and design compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they align with business goals and promote employee engagement.
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We at Athena empower exceptional talent with boundless opportunities to achieve more. We achieve this by pairing exceptional Executive Partners (XPs) from the Philippines and Kenya with our driven clients and ensuring both receive ongoing support throughout the journey. The result is 10x more leverage, more time, and a greater impact on our clients' work and lives.

With a waitlist growing by the day, Athena has already showcased compelling demand. As part of the Athena team, you will have an exponential opportunity, empowering the fiercely ambitious to reach the most audacious goals.

Role Overview

The Total Rewards Director is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing and managing the design, implementation, and optimization of the company's total rewards programs. This includes compensation, benefits, performance management, employee recognition, and other employee well-being initiatives. The Total Rewards Director will collaborate closely with senior leadership, senior management, and external vendors to ensure that the company's rewards offerings are competitive, aligned with business goals, and effectively support talent acquisition, retention, and employee engagement.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Total Rewards Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive total rewards strategy aligned with the organization's business objectives and culture.

  • Compensation Planning: Oversee compensation planning processes, including salary structures, job evaluations, and incentive programs.

  • Benefits Administration: Manage the administration of benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee assistance programs.

  • Performance Management: Collaborate with HR to develop and implement performance management systems that are linked to compensation and rewards.

  • Talent Acquisition: Partner with HR to develop competitive compensation and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent.

  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws, tax regulations, and industry standards.

  • Data Analysis: Analyze compensation and benefits data to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and inform strategic decisions.

  • Vendor Management: Manage relationships with benefits providers and consultants to optimize costs and service delivery.

  • Communication: Effectively communicate total rewards programs and policies to employees at all levels.

Key Stakeholders

Internal

  • IT Department

  • End-Users

  • Management

  • Finance Department

External

  • Vendors and Suppliers

  • Regulatory Bodies

Skills

  • Data Analysis: Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, statistical software) to extract insights from compensation and benefits data.

  • HRIS Systems: Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle HCM) to manage employee data and generate reports.

  • Benefits Administration Systems: Knowledge of benefits administration software to manage enrollment, claims, and eligibility.

Competencies

  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term total rewards strategies.

  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to analyze data and make informed decisions.

  • Business Acumen: Understanding of business operations and financial implications of total rewards decisions.

  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with employees at all levels.

  • Leadership Skills: Ability to lead and motivate a team of HR professionals.

  • Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills to negotiate with vendors and employees.

  • Compliance Knowledge: Knowledge of labor laws, tax regulations, and industry standards.

Relevant Experience Required

  • 10 years of experience in human resources, with a focus on total rewards.

  • Proven track record in developing and implementing successful total rewards strategies.

  • Experience in managing complex compensation and benefits programs.

  • Experience in leading and managing teams.

  • Experience in working with HRIS systems and analytics tools.

Direct Reports and Span of Control

Individual Contributor role.

Equal Opportunity Employer: At Athena, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. We believe that diversity enriches our organization, enhances creativity, and drives innovation. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We actively promote diversity and inclusion through our hiring practices, employee development initiatives, and company culture, recognizing that it is essential for our success as a company and as a community.

Top Skills

Excel
Oracle Hcm
SQL
Workday

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