About the position
Qualified is looking for a Senior Manager, Total Rewards to lead, drive, and elevate our global compensation and benefits programs. This strategic and hands-on role is pivotal in ensuring our rewards systems attract, retain, and motivate top-tier talent while supporting a high-performance culture. You’ll oversee the three core pillars of Total Rewards: Cash Compensation, Equity Compensation, and Benefits Programs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement Total Rewards programs that are competitive, compliant, fiscally responsible, and aligned with business goals.
- Manage annual compensation processes: merit and promotion cycles, salary adjustments, and bonus planning.
- Advise on Executive Compensation in partnership with the VP, People.
- Develop and manage global equity programs, including grant tracking, modeling, and forecasting with Finance partners.
- Prepare for post-IPO scenarios, secondary markets, and M&A-related awards.
- Collaborate on job architecture, salary structures, and market benchmarking (e.g., Pave, Radford).
- Oversee global benefits, including health plans, retirement programs, leaves, and wellness initiatives.
- Lead strategic planning for Open Enrollment, vendor integrations, and compliance.
- Track and report KPIs for continuous improvement and leadership insights.
- Use analytics to reinforce a pay-for-performance culture.
- Drive automation and efficiency across Total Rewards processes.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in Total Rewards within a high-growth tech/SaaS environment.
- Proven success in building compensation strategies that support sustainable growth.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for modeling/forecasting.
- Deep understanding of global compensation tools and frameworks.
- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and change management skills.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- High emotional intelligence and ethical standards.
- Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments with strong adaptability.
Nice-to-haves
- Pave and Rippling experience a plus.
- Bachelor's degree required.
