The Rundown AI, Inc.
Total Rewards & HR Operations Manager
The Rundown AI, Inc., San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
About the Role
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. Join Descript's People team as our Total Rewards & HR Operations Manager, where you'll design competitive compensation programs while optimizing HR processes that enhance our employee experience. This dual-function role combines strategic compensation expertise with operational excellence to support our continued growth and talent retention, reporting directly to the Director, People Operations.
What You'll Do Total Rewards & Compensation:
Design and maintain competitive salary structures, equity programs, and incentive plans across all roles
Conduct market benchmarking and pay equity analysis to ensure competitive positioning
Lead annual compensation planning, merit cycles, and promotional adjustments
Manage equity administration including grants, vesting schedules, and employee communications
Oversee benefits strategy and vendor relationships for health, wellness, and retirement programs
Develop total rewards communication strategies to maximize program value perception
Ensure compliance with pay transparency laws and compensation regulations
HR Operations & Process Management:
Streamline onboarding, performance management, and employee lifecycle processes
Support talent acquisition with offer negotiations and compensation recommendations
Lead organizational changes including promotions, transfers, and policy implementations
Generate workforce analytics and reporting on compensation trends and retention metrics
Maintain HRIS data integrity and support system improvements
Collaborate with Finance and Talent Acquisition on headcount planning and budget forecasting
HR Support & Ticketing:
Manage and respond to employee HR inquiries through our ticketing system, ensuring timely resolution and excellent service delivery
What We're Looking For
5+ years in total rewards, compensation analysis, or HR operations
Ability to handle LOAs
Ability to manage immigration processes
Strong analytical skills with experience in compensation benchmarking and data analysis
Knowledge of equity compensation, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance
HRIS proficiency (Rippling or similar platforms)
Excellent project management and stakeholder communication skills
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or related field
Bonus Points
CCP certification or similar compensation credentials
Startup or high-growth tech company experience
Pay equity analysis and compensation consulting background
Advanced Excel and data visualization skills
M&A integration and compensation harmonization experience
Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is $138K to $188K / year. Final offer amounts will carefully consider multiple factors, including prior experience, expertise, and location, and they may vary from the amount above base.
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Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. Join Descript's People team as our Total Rewards & HR Operations Manager, where you'll design competitive compensation programs while optimizing HR processes that enhance our employee experience. This dual-function role combines strategic compensation expertise with operational excellence to support our continued growth and talent retention, reporting directly to the Director, People Operations.
What You'll Do Total Rewards & Compensation:
Design and maintain competitive salary structures, equity programs, and incentive plans across all roles
Conduct market benchmarking and pay equity analysis to ensure competitive positioning
Lead annual compensation planning, merit cycles, and promotional adjustments
Manage equity administration including grants, vesting schedules, and employee communications
Oversee benefits strategy and vendor relationships for health, wellness, and retirement programs
Develop total rewards communication strategies to maximize program value perception
Ensure compliance with pay transparency laws and compensation regulations
HR Operations & Process Management:
Streamline onboarding, performance management, and employee lifecycle processes
Support talent acquisition with offer negotiations and compensation recommendations
Lead organizational changes including promotions, transfers, and policy implementations
Generate workforce analytics and reporting on compensation trends and retention metrics
Maintain HRIS data integrity and support system improvements
Collaborate with Finance and Talent Acquisition on headcount planning and budget forecasting
HR Support & Ticketing:
Manage and respond to employee HR inquiries through our ticketing system, ensuring timely resolution and excellent service delivery
What We're Looking For
5+ years in total rewards, compensation analysis, or HR operations
Ability to handle LOAs
Ability to manage immigration processes
Strong analytical skills with experience in compensation benchmarking and data analysis
Knowledge of equity compensation, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance
HRIS proficiency (Rippling or similar platforms)
Excellent project management and stakeholder communication skills
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or related field
Bonus Points
CCP certification or similar compensation credentials
Startup or high-growth tech company experience
Pay equity analysis and compensation consulting background
Advanced Excel and data visualization skills
M&A integration and compensation harmonization experience
Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is $138K to $188K / year. Final offer amounts will carefully consider multiple factors, including prior experience, expertise, and location, and they may vary from the amount above base.
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