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Senior Manager, Total Rewards
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SSOE Group .
Overview SSOE Group is hiring a
Senior Manager (Total Rewards)
for our Human Resources, People & Culture Department. This role serves as the subject matter expert to lead design, implementation, and execution of the company’s compensation and benefits strategies. The position leads the development of competitive and equitable total reward offerings across geographies, ensuring compliance, market competitiveness, and internal equity. The role requires strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to collaborate with HR business partners, finance, operations, and senior leadership across the global organization. Locations available are Toledo (OH), Hillsboro (OR), Atlanta (GA) and Nashville (TN).
Responsibilities
Lead the design and execution of global compensation strategies, including base pay, bonus and incentive programs.
Lead annual compensation planning cycles including merit, bonus, and equity.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners to support job evaluations and competitive offers.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation regulations and reporting requirements.
Lead the strategic design and alignment of global benefits programs; partner with Benefits to ensure effective execution and compliance. Benefits programs include, but are not limited to: health, wellness, retirement, and leave programs.
Manage vendor/carrier selection strategy and ensure service level agreements are met.
Lead the open enrollment strategy. Develop annual Health & Wellness budget and monitor financial performance.
Advise the SSOE Profit Sharing and Savings Plan (PSSP) Committee.
Monitor global trends and legislative changes to ensure compliance and recommend enhancements to benefits offerings based on employee needs, market trends, and cost-effectiveness.
Ensure global consistency and coordination of benefits programs with regional HR teams.
Lead the team through regular compensation and benefits benchmarking cycles to analyze market data, industry trends, and best practices to ensure competitiveness.
Provide actionable insights through compensation and benefits analytics, dashboards, and reporting.
Identify and execute opportunities to digitize/optimize total rewards technical infrastructure.
Develop an overarching communication strategy for total rewards programs to enhance employee understanding and engagement.
Lead and develop a team of high-performing compensation and benefits professionals.
Collaborate with Finance, Legal, HR and Operations teams to align total rewards strategies.
Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to senior leadership.
Lead the Total Rewards Advisory Committee to align cross-functional perspectives on compensation and benefits programs.
Ability to manage change effectively with consideration of technology and business implications.
Support M&A activities as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CCP, CEBS) preferred.
8+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Experience in a global organization, preferably within engineering, architecture, or professional services.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HRIS and compensation tools. Specific experience with UKG or DecuSoft is a plus.
Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Salary Range: $150,000 - $160,000 year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications directly related to the position.
Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K, PTO & paid holidays.
What We Offer
Experience a dynamic and collaborative team culture that fosters innovation and problem-solving.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Career growth and learning opportunities in AEC domains.
Preferred Attributes
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change.
Passion for creating equitable and engaging employee experiences.
International curiosity.
Willingness to travel (domestically and internationally).
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
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Senior Manager, Total Rewards
role at
SSOE Group .
Overview SSOE Group is hiring a
Senior Manager (Total Rewards)
for our Human Resources, People & Culture Department. This role serves as the subject matter expert to lead design, implementation, and execution of the company’s compensation and benefits strategies. The position leads the development of competitive and equitable total reward offerings across geographies, ensuring compliance, market competitiveness, and internal equity. The role requires strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to collaborate with HR business partners, finance, operations, and senior leadership across the global organization. Locations available are Toledo (OH), Hillsboro (OR), Atlanta (GA) and Nashville (TN).
Responsibilities
Lead the design and execution of global compensation strategies, including base pay, bonus and incentive programs.
Lead annual compensation planning cycles including merit, bonus, and equity.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners to support job evaluations and competitive offers.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation regulations and reporting requirements.
Lead the strategic design and alignment of global benefits programs; partner with Benefits to ensure effective execution and compliance. Benefits programs include, but are not limited to: health, wellness, retirement, and leave programs.
Manage vendor/carrier selection strategy and ensure service level agreements are met.
Lead the open enrollment strategy. Develop annual Health & Wellness budget and monitor financial performance.
Advise the SSOE Profit Sharing and Savings Plan (PSSP) Committee.
Monitor global trends and legislative changes to ensure compliance and recommend enhancements to benefits offerings based on employee needs, market trends, and cost-effectiveness.
Ensure global consistency and coordination of benefits programs with regional HR teams.
Lead the team through regular compensation and benefits benchmarking cycles to analyze market data, industry trends, and best practices to ensure competitiveness.
Provide actionable insights through compensation and benefits analytics, dashboards, and reporting.
Identify and execute opportunities to digitize/optimize total rewards technical infrastructure.
Develop an overarching communication strategy for total rewards programs to enhance employee understanding and engagement.
Lead and develop a team of high-performing compensation and benefits professionals.
Collaborate with Finance, Legal, HR and Operations teams to align total rewards strategies.
Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to senior leadership.
Lead the Total Rewards Advisory Committee to align cross-functional perspectives on compensation and benefits programs.
Ability to manage change effectively with consideration of technology and business implications.
Support M&A activities as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CCP, CEBS) preferred.
8+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Experience in a global organization, preferably within engineering, architecture, or professional services.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HRIS and compensation tools. Specific experience with UKG or DecuSoft is a plus.
Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Salary Range: $150,000 - $160,000 year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications directly related to the position.
Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K, PTO & paid holidays.
What We Offer
Experience a dynamic and collaborative team culture that fosters innovation and problem-solving.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Career growth and learning opportunities in AEC domains.
Preferred Attributes
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change.
Passion for creating equitable and engaging employee experiences.
International curiosity.
Willingness to travel (domestically and internationally).
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SSOE Group.
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