Executive Director, Total Rewards

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Executive Director, Total Rewards to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space. This leader will own the global total rewards strategy in close partnership with the CHRO and senior finance stakeholders. The role is centered on compensation governance, benefits strategy, executive compensation, and market competitiveness, with a strong emphasis on supporting retention, performance, and enterprise growth. The Executive Director will also bring a sharp financial lens to rewards investment decisions and help guide programs through periods of change, including high-growth and M&A environments.

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

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the total rewards philosophy and strategy jointly with the CHRO
• Ensure compensation and benefits programs support talent retention and performance
• Partner with the CFO and finance leaders to align rewards investment with business strategy
• Serve as the senior subject matter expert for HR leaders on compensation governance
• Set and govern the compensation architecture and executive compensation programs
• Direct global market analysis to maintain internal equity and external competitiveness
• Lead governance for health and wellness programs that balance cost and employee experience

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in total rewards, including 8+ years in senior leadership roles
• Expertise in designing and governing global compensation and benefits programs
• Demonstrated experience in total rewards strategy at the enterprise level
• Strong financial and analytical skills with executive-level acumen
• Experience leading total rewards through high-growth or M&A environments
• Extensive HRIS knowledge, with preference for Dayforce experience
• Strong executive communication and influencing skills, especially with Boards

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Accident and life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Education reimbursement

Pay

Compensation: $168,000 – $240,000 annually