Global Compensation & Benefits Director

Brammicks Recruitment • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

Our client, a top international shipping and logistics organization, is seeking an experienced Director of Total Rewards & Compensation to lead regional compensation, benefits, HRIS, and workforce planning initiatives across a global business environment. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for developing and executing Total Rewards strategies that support business growth, employee retention, operational excellence, and global workforce competitiveness. The position partners closely with executive leadership, HR, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure compensation structures, benefits programs, and HR systems remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals. The ideal candidate brings a combination of strategic leadership and hands-on operational expertise within compensation, benefits, HR analytics, and HRIS management in multi-country environments.

Requirements

• 5–7+ years of leadership experience in Total Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, HR Operations, or HRIS leadership
• Experience supporting multi-country or global compensation and benefits programs
• Strong expertise in compensation strategy, salary structures, workforce planning, and incentive programs
• Hands-on HRIS experience, preferably with Oracle HCM
• Strong analytical, financial, and workforce reporting capabilities
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and cross-functional business teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on Total Rewards leader with strong experience managing compensation, benefits, HR analytics, and HRIS operations across international business environments.
• They are comfortable working closely with executive leadership, leading cross-functional initiatives, and driving both strategic planning and operational execution in a fast-paced global organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead global Total Rewards, compensation, and benefits strategies aligned with business objectives
• Oversee salary planning, incentive programs, workforce cost planning, and compensation cycles
• Advise leadership on compensation trends, retention strategies, and market competitiveness
• Manage regional benefits programs, vendor relationships, and employee wellness initiatives
• Lead HRIS governance, reporting, and optimization efforts with a focus on Oracle HCM
• Ensure data accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency across HR systems and processes
• Deliver workforce analytics and reporting insights to support strategic decision-making
• Lead and develop high-performing Total Rewards and HR operations teams
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations leadership on cross-functional initiatives
• Ensure compliance with global labor regulations, compensation policies, and audit requirements

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance bonus potential
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 17 PTO days + 10 sick days + 12 paid holidays
• Global exposure within a leading international shipping and logistics organization
• High-impact leadership role with executive visibility and strategic influence
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on operational excellence and growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive