Head of management hr

Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy that supports Stout's growth objectives, financial goals, and talent strategy.

• Build scalable, competitive, and performance-driven rewards programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent.
• Partner closely with People Operations and HRIS teams to ensure effective implementation, system enablement, and program administration.

Lead compensation strategy, including job architecture, leveling frameworks, salary structures, market benchmarking, and annual compensation planning processes.

• Design and oversee incentive and bonus programs aligned with business objectives and performance outcomes.
• Manage benefits vendors and evaluate program effectiveness through ongoing performance monitoring.
• Lead and develop the Total Rewards function, including defining operating models, governance structures, and decision rights across Total Rewards, People Operations, and HRIS.
• Partner with HRIS teams to support system enablement and optimization of rewards-related processes and reporting.

15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, Benefits, or Human Resources.

• Experience partnering with HRIS teams on HR technology strategy and implementation, including Workday optimization and governance.
• Strong financial acumen, including workforce planning, budgeting, forecasting, and compensation cost modeling.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex compensation and HR technology concepts to executive and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience operating within multi-entity or highly complex organizational structures.

* M&A, integration, or transformation experience.

Build trusted partnerships with executive leadership, People Operations, HRIS, and business leaders across the firm.

• Leverage data and analytics to drive informed decision-making and continuous program improvement.
• Balance employee experience, market competitiveness, and financial stewardship when designing rewards programs.
• We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, inclusion, and personal growth?