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Director of Compensation/Benefits (Finance)



Compensation Range:
$175,000.00 - $225,000.00 Annual Salary

Job Description Summary:
Develop and oversee all elements of the organization's total rewards strategies across all regions and companies, ensuring that compensation and benefits programs align with business objectives, enhance employee engagement, and maintain market competitiveness. Strategic leadership role that will drive policy standardization, compliance, and innovation in pay structures, incentive plans, and employee benefits at a national level.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

  • Design and implement national compensation strategies that attract and retain top talent while ensuring internal pay equity.
  • Conduct national market analyses and benchmarking to maintain competitive salary structures, pay scales, and incentive programs.
  • Oversee the development, administration, and communication of short-term and long-term incentive plans, including bonuses, stock awards, and performance-based rewards.
  • Ensure national compliance with wage and hour laws, including FLSA, EEOC regulations, and other labor laws.
  • Oversee the annual salary review process and advise senior leadership on pay, promotion, and equity evaluation.
  • Oversee development and management of a comprehensive and cost-effective national benefit and reward strategy in partnership with Benefits and Retirement Managers.
  • Partner with Benefits and Retirement Managers in managing vendor relationships and negotiations, evaluating performance, and ensuring high-quality service and competitive offerings that optimize cost efficiencies and long-term reward strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state laws such as ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and FMLA.
  • Work closely with Benefits and Retirement managers to understand utilization and identify opportunities to enhance offerings based on workforce needs and industry trends.
  • Leverage HRIS and compensation management tools to analyze compensation and benefits trends, providing data-driven insights to leadership.
  • Develop national reporting dashboards to track metrics such as pay equity, turnover, benefits utilization, and total rewards ROI.
  • Ensure the integration of compensation and benefits data into broader workforce planning and HR technology systems.
  • Develop and execute national communication strategies to educate employees on total rewards programs, ensuring transparency and awareness.
  • Work closely with internal communications and Talent teams to promote employee engagement and satisfaction through total rewards initiatives.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team of compensation and benefits professionals to meet the needs of multiple regions and companies.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging legislation, and best practices to ensure the organization remains a leader in total rewards.
  • Advise executive leadership on compensation and benefits strategies that align with business objectives and financial sustainability.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master's preferred).
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 7 years in a national or multi-regional leadership role in a large organization.
  • A broad national perspective and expertise in the design and implementation of total rewards strategies, executive compensation, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance.
  • Strong business acumen, negotiation, and project management skills.
  • Strong analytical, financial modeling, and data-driven decision-making skills.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with HR technology, compensation planning tools, and benefits administration platforms.
  • Expertise in compensation and benefit-related laws.
  • Demonstrated mastery in compensation structure design and benchmarking.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot problems crossing functions and vendors and manager with facts, data, and clear metrics.
  • Proven solutions-oriented approach and ability to craft innovative solutions to challenges.
  • Effective research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), or similar certification is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of construction business preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and familiar with HCM systems.
  • Ability to travel.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS

This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.

Anticipated Job Application Deadline:
05/27/2025 Apply

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