Director Of Total Rewards - Relocation To Maryland

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Total Rewards

Location: 4 days onsite in Maryland

Compensation: Target base salary $180,000–$200,000 + discretionary bonus + signing bonus eligible for relocation

Overview

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Total Rewards to lead and evolve our compensation,

benefits, payroll, and HR systems functions. This role is ideal for a well-rounded leader who brings deep expertise across total rewards—not just in

compensation or benefits alone, but a strong command of both. You will partner closely with executive leadership, delivering data-driven insights and presenting recommendations that shape critical workforce and rewards decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and administration of total rewards programs including:
  • Compensation strategy and structures
  • Benefits programs (including self-insured or equivalent plans)
  • Equity and stock award programs
  • Payroll operations
• Oversee and execute annual compensation processes, including merit cycles and incentive planning
• Analyze and leverage data to evaluate program effectiveness, cost efficiency, and employee value
• Present compensation and benefits insights to the executive committee
• Manage vendor relationships and ongoing RFP processes
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements across compensation, benefits, and payroll
• Drive enhancements to total rewards programs aligned with business goals and employee engagement

Team Leadership

This role will oversee a high-impact team, including:

• Compensation Manager
• Payroll Manager
• Compensation Analyst
• HRIS Manager
• Benefits Administrator

Qualifications Required:

• 8–12+ years of progressive experience in total rewards, with leadership experience
• Strong expertise across both compensation and benefits (not just one discipline)
• Experience running merit cycles and compensation planning processes
• Working knowledge of equity programs and stock administration
• Proven ability to analyze data and translate insights into strategic recommendations
• Experience presenting to and influencing senior executives

Preferred:

• Experience managing or overseeing payroll operations
• Exposure to self-insured benefit plans or deep benefits program knowledge
• Background in environments where both strategic and hands-on execution are required

Technology

• ADP Workforce Now (Payroll)
• JPMorgan (Equity Administration)
• Fidelity (401k)

Why Join

• Strong values-driven culture with a deep commitment to community engagement
• High visibility role with direct interaction with senior leadership
• Opportunity to shape and modernize total rewards in a growing organization
• Supportive transition with outgoing leadership

Interview Process

1. Initial interview (virtual, 1 hour)
2. Secondary interview (phone, 1 hour)
3. Final panel with senior leadership (onsite)

Additional Information

• Relocation support available, including potential signing bonus
• Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite
• Competitive bonus structure

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $180000.00 - $210000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.