Total Rewards Operations & Initiatives Manager

University of Miami • Coral Gables, FL

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About The Position

The University of Miami Total Rewards Department has an exciting opportunity for a Total Rewards Operations & Initiatives Manager. This role leads the execution of compensation, benefits, and recognition-related projects and programs through strategic planning, performance improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The incumbent evaluates current practices, recommends improvements, and drives communication strategies to engage stakeholders and sustain long-term success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partners with Total Rewards and other HR teams to identify opportunities for operational improvement and define the scope of initiatives that enhance compensation, benefits, and recognition programs.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to establish objectives, success metrics, and resource needs for Total Rewards initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy.
• Develops and maintains detailed project plans and timelines for Total Rewards initiatives, including compensation cycle planning, benefits optimization, and employee recognition programs.
• Tracks progress of initiatives, proactively adjusts scope and strategy to meet evolving needs, and ensures timely and successful execution.
• Engages cross-functional teams in Total Rewards projects, provides onboarding and training, and assigns responsibilities to ensure effective collaboration and delivery.
• Conducts regular quality reviews of work produced to ensure alignment with project goals, compliance standards, and Total Rewards best practices.
• Designs and implements communication strategies to promote transparency and understanding of Total Rewards initiatives.
• Evaluates and improves standard operating procedures related to Total Rewards, including compensation administration, benefits enrollment, and recognition workflows.
• Coordinates special projects such as compensation benchmarking, benefits vendor transitions, wellness initiatives, and employee engagement surveys.
• Prepares and delivers presentations and reports on Total Rewards initiatives, highlighting outcomes, insights, and recommendations for future improvements.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees