Description

Our People Team is made up of Payscale’s People functions (HRBP, Talent Aquisition, etc) as well as our operational functions (PMO, Enablement, Manila Site Ops). The broader People team is here to ensure that we balance driving a high-performance culture with employees having all that they need to bring their full selves to work. In particular, the Total Rewards team is responsible for setting a compensation and benefits strategy to help us build and retain best-in-class teams that enable us to meet (& exceed!) our company objectives.

We are looking for an experienced leader of Total Rewards, likely around the Senior Manager or Director level to join our team and focus on designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive compensation and benefits programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent In this critical role, you will provide thought leadership, strategic recommendations and the execution of compensation strategies.

The Total Rewards role is different at Payscale because, compensation is what we do! That means as a leader of Total Rewards, you will be responsible for; all elements of our compensation strategy & philosophy, working with a team to execute on compensation and benefits administration and our internal and external expert for all things Rewards. You will also get the opportunity to influence an industry – driving rewards internally but also providing feedback on our solutions and helping us drive innovation.

Reporting to the VP of People, you will partner with everyone from our executive leadership team to our people managers and individual employees. You have a high-level vision for our strategy, but you also know how to be hands-on working through the day-to-day issues that come up. You have a strong pulse on where the industry is right now but most importantly, you also carry a strong point of view on how we as a company can work to get ahead of the industry.

Responsibilities:

Act as trusted advisor to HR Business Partners, our Talent Acquisition Team, our People Leaders and executive team, providing recommendations on compensation or benefits decisions that both support business goals and ensure market competitiveness.

Building and cultivating strong partnerships with senior leaders to offer thought leadership on organizational and compensation-related strategy and execution to ensure a high-performing, engaged workforce.

Partner with the internal team and stakeholders on Benefits related projects like: Open Enrollment, global benefits, and more-- working to ensure our benefits plans/programs remain market competitive, and include plans for continued growth and expansion.

Drive updating our compensation philosophy and any related compensation strategies.

Act as our in-house compensation expert with our external customer base by participating in Webinars, our annual Compference and any related programs.

Drive key areas in our annual and mid-year review process, including base salary and bonus.

Assess and drive recommendations on our current compensation structure, scalability and processes.

Work with your team to document any compensation or benefits processes.

Build and maintain our internal pay equity and internal equity approaches and communications.

Support and maintain pay transparency approaches.

Outline and work with your team to execute any Total Rewards related projects or programs.

Manage compliance with applicable regulatory requirements regarding employee pay while working closely with our Legal team to stay up to date on current related legislation.

Qualifications

Requirements:

8+ years of compensation experience in software or high tech industry.

BA/BS degree with an emphasis in HR or equivalent combination of degree and experience

Current Compensation Certification.

Proficient with PayScale’s compensation software.

Strong Excel skills including using advanced features (pivot tables, look-ups, index, macros a plus, etc).

Experience building, executing, scaling and sustaining Compensation and Benefits related programs.

Experience analyzing compensation in the US and internationally - U.S. and non-U.S.

Experience researching, developing, designing and executing compensation philosophies that align with changing workforce dynamics associated with remote work, growth and expansion.

Extensive experience influencing business leaders individually and collectively.

Experience administering compensation programs including, but not limited to: Developing and maintaining a company's pay structure, performing compensation analysis, ensuring compensation structures are fair, equal and comply with changing laws and regulations.

Skills:

Analytically driven: Practice data informed decision making, using HR metrics and data to identify trends and areas for improvement within total rewards.

Strong aptitude to translate metrics and data insights into measurable strategy.

Service Orientation: You have a strong service orientation with a commitment to providing an excellent employee experience.

Approach: You are approachable and empathetic, but also bring sound judgment and problem-solving ability to whatever is in front of you.

Detail oriented: The little things matter! You are highly organized, adaptable and able to flourish in a fast-paced startup environment.

Influence & Relationship Building: You have a highly collaborative style while also always working to get results. You dare to propose solutions others are reluctant to address, act in the face of resistance, and advocate for the best interests of the organization.

Exceptional verbal and written communicator: You are a clear, concise, professional communicator both when you're working with the business.

Compensation
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $140,800 - $211,200, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. This position is also eligible for an annual corporate bonus of 15%. If you are hired at Payscale, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued salary growth. We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package (more information on benefits listed below).
About Payscale
Payscale stands at the forefront of compensation data technology, pioneering an innovative approach that harnesses advanced AI and up-to-date and reliable market data to align employee and employer expectations. With its suite of solutions—Payfactors, Marketpay, and Paycycle—Payscale empowers 65% of Fortune 500 companies to make strategic compensation decisions. Organizations like Panasonic, ZoomInfo, Chipotle, AccentCare, University of Washington, American Airlines, and Rite Aid rely on its unique combination of actionable data and insights, experienced compensation services, and scalable software to drive business success. By partnering with Payscale, businesses can make confident compensation decisions that fuel growth for both their organization and their people.
Create confidence in your compensation. Payscale.
To learn more, visit www.payscale.com.

Location
Payscale has an employee centric remote-first model that provides you the flexibility to do your best work in a space that supports you, while also finding time to collaborate in person for the moments that matter.

In our remote-first model, employees can work from the location that works best for them. We do not have centralized corporate offices. Employees can choose to work from home, in company-paid co-working spaces, or any combination of the two that best suits their unique needs.
If you work from home, we recommend ensuring that you can meet the following technology, equipment and workspace requirements:
High-Speed Internet - A stable broadband or fiber connection (satellite is highly discouraged) with a minimum speed of 100 Mbps in a dedicated workspace that has a reliable Wi-Fi signal.
Device for Multifactor Authentication (MFA/2FA) - smartphone, tablet, etc.
When it matters (usually no more than a few times a year) we take the time to gather for in-person events.
Payscale has employees across the US, Canada, UK, The Philippines and Romania however we are currently unable to hire in the Quebec Province, Northern Ireland, and Hawaii.

Benefits and Perks
All around awesome culture where together we strive to live our 5 values:
Data informed decision making.
Customer first. Always.
Succeed together.
Relentless about results. Obsessed with excellence.
Lead the change. Shape the standard.
An open and inclusive environment where you’ll learn and grow through programs and resources like:
Monthly company All Hands meetings
Regular opportunities for executive leadership exposure through things like AMAs
Access to continued learning & development opportunities
Our commitment to a continuous feedback culture which allows us to drive performance and career growth
A growing network of Employee Resource Groups
Company sponsored volunteer hours
And more!

Our more standard benefits
Flexible paid time off, giving you the opportunity to rest, relax and recharge away from work
14 Paid Company Holidays, includes 2 floating holidays (you choose!)
A comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance covered up to 100% by Payscale
Unlimited infertility coverage benefits through our medical plans
Additional supplemental health benefits offered to you and your family
401(k) retirement program with a fully vested immediate company match
16 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
Health Savings Account (HSA) options and company contributions each pay period
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for pre-tax employee allocations
Annual remote work stipend to be used on wellness or home office equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer:
We embrace equal employment opportunity. Payscale is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. It is our policy that employees will not be subjected to unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, transfers, promotions, training, discipline, termination, compensation and benefits, performance appraisals, education, and social and recreational programs.
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.
If you have a disability or impairment and need assistance with the application process, please email [email protected] for support.

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