Total Rewards Manager

In this role, you will:

• Manage the organization’s multi-state compensation program. Ensure benchmark analysis and salary surveys are completed to obtain external market data using Radford and other resources.
• Collaborate with leadership on compensation program design, analysis, and maintenance.
• Continuously analyze compensation data and trends to make informed decisions and recommendations regarding compensation adjustments, benefits changes, and other reward-related matters.
• Advise leaders of the organization on compensation best practices and communication.
• Collaborate with Recruiting in the creation of job descriptions to provide pay data in alignment with job levels and compensation structures.
• Develop and document procedures to streamline compensation processes.
• Lead the salary review process, including job evaluation, salary benchmarking, and merit increase recommendations, ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist preparing presentations, reports, and other materials for the Compensation Committee, outlining the rationale behind proposed changes and the potential impact on the organization.
• Manage all employee benefits programs. Support overseeing the annual renewal process while partnering with our benefits brokers and internal PeopleOps Team.
• Manage relationships with external vendors to ensure optimal service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• Serve as plan administrator for company benefit programs, manage annual audit and filing requirements related to all benefits.
• Ensure compensation and benefits compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory governances.
• Optimize benefit programs ensuring they align with employee needs and company culture.
• Serve as a champion for change, identifying opportunities for organizational enhancement in the areas of compensation and benefits.
• Answer general PeopleOps questions. Manage other projects and support key initiatives as assigned.
• Handle confidential and non-routine information with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards roles, with increasing responsibility in multi-state environments.
• Expertise in compensation benchmarking methodologies (e.g., Radford, Mercer), job leveling, and equity program management.
• Strong understanding of U.S. benefits compliance and plan design.
• Analytical mindset with advanced skill level in Excel and various compensation tools (e.g., Radford, Mercer, Pave), and HRIS platforms (Paylocity preferred).
• Familiarity with equity plan administration tools such as Carta or Shareworks.
• Excellent communication and project management skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects and timelines.
• Must exhibit a high level of professionalism and integrity and ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies
• Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)