Director, Total Rewards and People Services

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Total Rewards and People Services to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space. This leader will own a broad people services function spanning compensation, benefits, payroll, HRIS, and related employee support operations. The role will shape global total rewards strategy while ensuring the organization delivers accurate, compliant, and efficient services to employees across the business. This leader will also partner closely with senior stakeholders to strengthen team performance, improve processes, and support scalable people operations.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop payroll, HRIS, compensation, benefits, and people services teams
• Establish team goals and performance expectations
• Foster a culture of innovation and exceptional service delivery
• Develop and execute global compensation strategies
• Oversee design and administration of global benefits programs
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of payroll processes
• Serve as executive sponsor for HR systems and data strategy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, HRIS, or People Operations
• 5+ years of experience managing high-performing teams
• Expertise in global compensation and benefits program design
• Strong understanding of payroll operations and employment regulations
• Familiarity with HR technology platforms such as Workday or Oracle HCM
• Proven track record of leading process improvements and organizational change

Benefits

• Collaborative and high-impact work environment
• Empowerment to lead independently
• Opportunity to shape strategy and execution
• Support for continuous improvement and innovation
• Possibility to drive meaningful outcomes and employee success

Pay

$150,000 – $180,000 annually