Global Head of Total Rewards

Edelman•New York, NY

24d•$260,000 - $360,000

About The Position

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions. Edelman is looking for a Global Head of Total Rewards to lead the strategic design and execution of our global compensation, benefits, mobility, and total rewards philosophy. This senior leadership role will shape how we recognize, reward, and retain our people — Edelman’s greatest asset. You’ll partner closely with the Chief People Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and senior executives across our global network to ensure our Total Rewards programs are fair, future-ready, and reflective of both market dynamics and our organizational values. This is an ideal role for a data-driven, people-first leader who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about building inclusive and equitable programs that drive business results.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in global Total Rewards, compensation, and benefits, including executive compensation and regulatory compliance.
Deep expertise in designing and executing equitable rewards programs in complex, matrixed environments.
Strong strategic advisory skills and executive presence, with the ability to engage, influence, and present to C-level audiences.
Proven experience leading pay transparency, equity, and benchmarking initiatives across diverse markets.
Excellent data analysis and modeling capabilities, with fluency in HRIS platforms such as Workday, and compensation tools.
Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, working collaboratively with Finance, Legal, HR, and leadership teams.
High ethical standards and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Design and lead Edelman’s global Total Rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, mobility, and rewards programs aligned to our evolving workforce.
Oversee executive compensation strategy and governance, in close partnership with the CPO, CFO, and Executive Committee.
Develop and evolve our compensation philosophy and pay frameworks to reflect market trends, promote equity, and support transparency initiatives.
Lead the design and implementation of global and region-specific benefit programs, including integration of acquisitions, policy harmonization, and vendor partnerships.
Guide and support regional Total Rewards leaders, ensuring programs reflect market needs while aligning with Edelman’s global strategy.
Oversee annual compensation planning cycles, including modeling, statistical analysis, equitable distribution of rewards, and global communication frameworks.
Advance pay equity, compliance, and reporting, partnering across Finance, Legal, and People teams to deliver timely and accurate analyses.
Build and maintain Edelman’s global job banding and job family structure, ensuring consistency and transparency across levels and geographies.
Evaluate and respond to emerging market trends, hot job categories, and business needs by adapting rewards strategies and policies.
Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on attracting and retaining top talent through data-backed Total Rewards planning and market insights.
Manage third-party vendors and global compensation survey participation, ensuring effective benchmarking and external competitiveness.
Collaborate across People Centers of Excellence to embed inclusion, performance, and growth into all aspects of the Total Rewards lifecycle.