Director Total Rewards

Brooks Automation•Chelmsford, MA

1d•$166,154 - $224,797•Hybrid

About The Position

The Head of Total Rewards is a critical leadership role responsible for shaping and executing a global rewards strategy that enables Brooks to attract, motivate, and retain top talent. This role offers the opportunity to define and scale programs that support business growth, meet evolving global talent needs, and reinforce a high-performance culture. This role partners closely with executive leadership to design competitive, scalable, and compliant compensation and benefits programs aligned to business strategy, growth priorities, and evolving global market dynamics.

Requirements

10+ years in total rewards, with deep expertise in global compensation and benefits
Proven experience leading enterprise-wide rewards strategy in a global, matrixed organization
Strong experience with executive compensation and board-level engagement
Experience supporting M&A integration and business transformation
Deep knowledge of global pay practices, benefits design, and regulatory frameworks
Strong analytical capability with experience using benchmarking tools and data-driven insights
Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., Workday preferred)
Executive presence with ability to influence senior leadership and boards
Strong people leadership across global teams
Ability to translate complex programs into clear, actionable strategies

Responsibilities

Define and lead a holistic global total rewards strategy aligned with business goals and workforce priorities
Integrate compensation, benefits, recognition, and wellness into a cohesive employee value proposition
Drive programs that strengthen engagement, retention, and inclusion
Lead global compensation design including salary architecture, incentive plans, and equity frameworks
Oversee executive compensation programs (base, bonus, LTIP, equity), ensuring alignment with performance and shareholder expectations
Ensure global consistency while enabling market responsiveness across regions
Design and evolve a comprehensive global benefits strategy across all regions
Oversee programs spanning health, retirement, wellbeing, and local market offerings
Ensure scalability, competitiveness, and regulatory compliance globally
Oversee equity program administration, including grant processes and governance
Ensure accurate execution and strong employee understanding of equity programs
Leverage data and benchmarking to inform pay decisions and program design
Monitor market trends to ensure competitiveness and cost-effectiveness
Lead rewards integration for mergers and acquisitions
Ensure alignment, risk mitigation, and seamless employee transition
Ensure all programs meet global regulatory, tax, and compliance requirements
Maintain strong governance and audit-ready practices across regions
Manage external consultants and vendors to optimize quality, delivery, and cost
Evaluate and evolve partnerships to scale global programs