Director, Total Rewards

Summary

Join Two Chairs, a company recognized for its exceptional workplace culture, as their Director, Total Rewards. This strategic leadership role involves designing, implementing, and managing compensation and benefits programs to attract, retain, and motivate top talent. You will refine the company's compensation philosophy, conduct market research, and administer a comprehensive benefits portfolio. The position also requires ensuring compliance with labor laws, leveraging HRIS technology, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Success in this role will involve conducting a total rewards audit, understanding current projects, and implementing strategic changes to support company growth. The ideal candidate will have progressive leadership experience in Total Rewards, expertise in compensation and benefits design, and strong compliance knowledge.

Requirements

• Progressive leadership experience in Total Rewards, ideally with a blend of strategic, analytical, and hands-on operational expertise
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing diverse compensation programs (base pay, variable pay, long-term incentives)
• Expertise in designing, evaluating, and administering a full suite of health, wellness, and retirement plans, including benefit plan renewals and vendor negotiations
• Demonstrated experience in executive compensation
• Extensive experience conducting market research, participating in salary surveys, and utilizing benchmarking data
• Strong proficiency in compliance (FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA) and managing internal/external audits
• Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence diverse stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Refine and evolve Two Chairs' compensation philosophy, encompassing base salary, variable pay, and long-term incentives
• Conduct comprehensive market research and benchmarking to maintain competitive pay structures and ensure internal equity
• Design, evaluate, and administer a full portfolio of employee benefits, including health, welfare, retirement (401k), life insurance, disability, and wellness programs
• Identify and implement innovative benefit solutions that enhance employee well-being and engagement
• Develop and manage executive compensation programs, partnering closely with the Board of Directors
• Design and implement effective employee recognition programs that reinforce desired behaviors and appreciation
• Oversee the day-to-day administration of all compensation and benefits programs, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Ensure all total rewards programs comply with federal, state, and local labor laws and reporting requirements (e.g., FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA)
• Leverage HRIS (experience with Rippling is a plus) and other total rewards technology to optimize administration, data management, and reporting
• Select, negotiate, and manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and brokers
• Utilize data analytics to assess program effectiveness, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Prepare and present reports on key total rewards metrics, financial implications, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and the Board
• Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to educate employees on their total rewards package
• Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure total rewards strategies support overall business objectives and talent acquisition efforts
• Conduct a comprehensive total rewards audit and compliance check
• Gain a deep understanding of current projects, key stakeholders, and existing timelines
• Prioritize work, identify communication gaps, establish metrics, and achieve early wins
• Solidify the total rewards foundation and implement strategic changes
• Ensure the total rewards strategy fully supports the company's growth and talent objectives

Benefits

• Equity in a high-growth start-up
• Paid time off, including nine paid holidays and an additional Winter Office Closure from Christmas Day (Observed) through New Year's Day
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) Retirement savings options
• One-time $200 Work from Home reimbursement
• Annual $1,000 Productivity & Wellness Stipend to support your personal and professional goals
• Annual $500 subsidized company contribution to your healthcare FSA or HSA
• Paid parental leave