Total Rewards Manager

Total Rewards Manager

Rincon Consultants is seeking a Total Rewards Manager to lead the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of our compensation and benefits programs. This role is both strategic and hands-onideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data, systems, and employee experience. You'll partner closely with leadership, HR, and cross-functional teams to ensure our total rewards programs are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with our culture and growth strategy.

What Sets You Apart

• You bring a modern, data-driven approach to Total Rewards
• You've built or improved scalable compensation processes and systems
• You balance strategic thinking with operational execution
• You communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences

What You'll Do

Compensation Strategy & Programs

• Evolve a market-informed, equitable, and performance-driven compensation philosophy
• Lead pay equity analyses and ensure consistent, fair pay practices
• Manage salary structures, benchmarking, and job architecture
• Design and improve technology-enabled compensation processes (annual + off-cycle)
• Partner with leaders to ensure consistent application of compensation guidelines

Incentive & Recognition

• Oversee bonus, incentive, and recognition programs aligned with performance
• Evaluate program effectiveness and drive improvements

Benefits Strategy & Administration

• Lead administration of health, retirement, and wellness programs
• Manage annual renewals, vendor negotiations, and cost strategy

Vendor & Program Management

• Own relationships with brokers, carriers, and consultants
• Drive performance, service quality, and cost optimization

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and related regulations
• Support audits, reporting, and governance practices

Employee Experience & Communication

• Deliver clear, transparent communication on compensation and benefits
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders

Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Track metrics on compensation competitiveness, utilization, and ROI
• Use data insights to evolve programs and inform decisions

What You Bring

• 710+ years of progressive experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, and/or Benefits
• Strong expertise in compensation program design, benchmarking, and pay equity
• Experience leading benefits renewals and vendor negotiations
• Analytical mindset with experience using HRIS and data tools
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices
• Experience in professional services or multi-disciplinary environments preferred
• Certifications such as CCP, CBP, or CEBS are a plus

Investing in You The base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000$150,000, plus a generous benefits program. Salary ranges are based on the market median of similar jobs, according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Base pay is determined based on internal equity and a candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support employee well-being, growth, and financial security. Our benefits are designed to offer flexibility and choice, including health coverage options, employer-sponsored insurance, retirement benefits, generous time off, and programs that support learning, growth, and community engagement.

Rincon Consultants, Inc does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.