Director, Total Rewards

Chainalysis•New York City, NY

About The Position

Director, Total Rewards - Chainalysis Position Overview The Director, Total Rewards will lead the development and implementation of innovative compensation and benefits strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent across our global footprint. This role will be based in the US. About Chainalysis Blockchain technology is powering a growing wave of innovation. Businesses and governments around the world are using blockchains to make banking more efficient, connect with their customers, and investigate criminal cases. As adoption of blockchain technology grows, more and more organizations seek access to all this ecosystem has to offer. That’s where Chainalysis comes in. We provide complete knowledge of what’s happening on blockchains through our data, services, and solutions. With Chainalysis, organizations can navigate blockchains safely and with confidence. You belong here. At Chainalysis, we believe that diversity of experience and thought makes us stronger. With both customers and employees around the world, we are committed to ensuring our team reflects the unique communities around us. We’re ensuring we keep learning by committing to continually revisit and reevaluate our diversity culture. We encourage applicants across any race, ethnicity, gender/gender expression, age, spirituality, ability, experience and more. If you need any accommodations to make our interview process more accessible to you due to a disability, don't hesitate to let us know. You can learn more here . We can’t wait to meet you.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in total rewards, with at least 5 years in leadership roles
Proven track record developing and implementing global compensation and benefits strategies
Experience managing executive compensation programs and supporting compensation committees
Demonstrated ability to build and scale programs in high-growth, ambiguous and agile environments
International benefits experience across multiple countries/regions
Deep understanding of global compensation practices, job architecture, and salary structures
Strong financial acumen and analytical skills for budgeting and forecasting
Knowledge of regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions
Experience with equity compensation programs and incentive plan design
Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
Practical problem-solver who can balance rigor with pragmatism
Approachable leadership style that builds trust with stakeholders at all levels
Data-driven decision maker who values transparency and fairness
Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, evolving industry

Responsibilities

Review, refine, and execute a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy aligned with our business objectives in the rapidly evolving Web3 industry
Partner with leadership to ensure compensation and benefits programs support business growth while maintaining competitive market position
Drive data-informed decision-making through market analysis and industry benchmarking
Own all compensation programs globally, including salary structures, global job architecture, annual incentive plans, and merit, bonus, and equity processes
Lead the assessment, refinement, and ongoing maturation of global job architecture and leveling frameworks, including addressing legacy inconsistencies and role evolution
Develop and maintain sophisticated market pricing methodologies that reflect the unique dynamics of our industry
Ensure pay equity and transparency across all locations, promoting our commitment to fairness and inclusion
Oversee executive compensation programs and effectively manage Compensation Committee meetings in partnership with Legal and Head of People
Serve as a strategic advisor to Revenue Operations and Sales Leadership on the design, governance, and evolution of global Sales Compensation plans
Design and implement compelling benefits strategies that enhance employee wellbeing and reflect our company values
Manage vendor relationships, including global and in-country brokers, for all company-sponsored benefit plans globally, including health and welfare plans, retirement/401k/pension, and others; proactively address visible gaps and issues within our benefits processes with internal and external stakeholders and collaborators
Design and deploy appropriate time off and leave policies and other ancillary benefits or perks aligned with our benefits strategies as we mature
Ensure regulatory compliance across all global jurisdictions where we operate
Partner and collaborate across the people functions to implement and administer employee programs
Collaborate with HR Partners, Talent Acquisition, Revenue Operations, and business leaders on compensation frameworks and day to day matters across the organization
Build and deliver effective training and communications to ensure leaders and employees understand and value our total rewards offerings
Develop relationships and other mechanisms for gathering feedback and continuously improving our approaches
Lead by example and continue the development of a small team of compensation and benefits professionals
Foster a business-centered approach that balances flexibility and agility with consistent principles
Contribute to the culture and leadership of the broader People team