Global Total Rewards Manager

Exadel

9h•$130,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Global Total Rewards Manager leads the development, implementation, and administration of global Total Rewards programs, including compensation, benefits, recognition, wellbeing, and incentives. The role supports the evolution of Total Rewards philosophy, frameworks, and programs in alignment with business and talent objectives, while establishing governance, controls, processes, and documentation for consistent and compliant administration. The position oversees compensation strategy and operations, including pay structures, job architecture, market benchmarking, pay equity, annual merit and incentive cycles, and guidance to HR leaders and managers. It also manages global benefits programs and vendor relationships, and oversees recognition and wellbeing initiatives. The manager evaluates program effectiveness, utilization, cost, employee experience, market developments, and regulatory changes to recommend improvements. Using market data, workforce analytics, and financial insights, the role informs Total Rewards decisions, supports budgeting and forecasting with Finance, and maintains reporting and metrics. It partners with HR Technology to improve processes, data, reporting, automation, self-service, and technology-enabled solutions, while retaining functional ownership of Total Rewards processes. The role also manages external partners, collaborates with HR, Finance, Legal, business leaders, and other stakeholders, and supports M&A, organizational changes, and strategic initiatives requiring Total Rewards expertise.

Requirements

Extensive progressive experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, Benefits, or a related HR discipline.
Broad experience designing, implementing, and administering compensation and benefits programs.
Experience supporting global or multi-country employee populations.
Strong background in market benchmarking, pay structures, pay equity, and annual compensation processes.
Demonstrated success managing vendors, consultants, and cross-functional projects.
Experience using data and analytics to inform Total Rewards strategy and business decisions.
Strong knowledge of Total Rewards principles, practices, and market trends.
Strong analytical and financial skills, including the ability to translate complex data into clear business insights.
Strong understanding of compensation and benefits compliance requirements across multiple countries.
Advanced English level.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field.
Professional certification in Compensation, Benefits, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
Experience supporting global or multi-country HR programs.
Exposure to process improvement, automation, and technology-enabled HR solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing administration of global compensation, benefits, recognition, wellbeing, and incentive programs.
Support the evolution of Total Rewards philosophy, frameworks, and programs in alignment with business and talent objectives.
Establish governance, controls, processes, and documentation for consistent and compliant program administration.
Monitor global market and regulatory developments and assess their implications for Total Rewards programs and practices.
Support compensation philosophy, pay structures, job architecture, market benchmarking, and pay equity initiatives.
Lead annual compensation processes, including merit, incentive, and other reward cycles, in partnership with HR and Finance.
Analyze compensation data and trends, identify opportunities and risks, and provide compensation guidance to HR leaders and managers.
Manage global benefits programs and vendor relationships, ensuring programs are competitive, cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with employee needs.
Oversee recognition and wellbeing programs and identify ways to strengthen employee engagement and program effectiveness.
Evaluate program effectiveness, utilization, cost, and employee experience to inform improvements.
Use market data, workforce analytics, and financial insights to inform Total Rewards decisions and recommendations.
Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and financial modeling for Total Rewards programs.
Develop and maintain reporting and metrics to monitor program performance and identify trends.
Partner with HR Technology to streamline processes, improve data and reporting capabilities, and automate administrative activities.
Identify and lead opportunities to use AI, automation, self-service, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, decision-making, and employee experience.
Collaborate with HR Technology to translate functional requirements into technology-enabled solutions while retaining functional ownership of Total Rewards processes.
Manage external consultants, brokers, vendors, and other strategic partners supporting Total Rewards programs.
Build effective partnerships with HR, Finance, Legal, business leaders, and other stakeholders.
Support M&A, organizational changes, and other strategic initiatives requiring Total Rewards expertise.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance.
Retirement savings programs.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Other wellness or voluntary benefit programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.
Eligibility for bonus or other incentive compensation where applicable.