Total Rewards Manager

Joining the Benchmark Senior Living (BSL) team means putting your passion to work. Our associates feel a sense of belonging with the care that they provide, empowered by the open and reliable team that surrounds them. Our diverse and skilled workforce takes immense pride in a shared commitment: a devotion to providing caring and dedicated service. In our supportive environment, associates have the opportunity to learn and grow. With professional and personal training programs, as well as education for career advancement, we empower associates to explore their interests, feed their passion, and pursue growth opportunities. We invite you to connect with your calling, find purpose in your career, and gain lifelong relationships through the power of human connection by transforming the lives of seniors

The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for the design, administration, and communication of the company's compensation and benefits programs. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership in the areas of compensation, benefits, recognition, and other total rewards initiatives. The Total Rewards Supervisor will ensure that the company's reward programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals, driving employee satisfaction, engagement, and retention. This position is hybrid, 3 days in office and 2 days remote.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compensation Management:
• Oversee the administration of salary structures, job evaluations and market benchmarking.
• Ensure the company's compensation strategies are competitive within the industry and geographic area.
• Monitor and ensure equitable pay practices across the organization.
• Benefits Program Oversight:
• Manage and communicate employee benefits offerings, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs and paid time off.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure the benefits packages meet employee needs and are compliant with regulations.
• Review and optimize benefits plans to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
• Incentive and Recognition Programs:
• Design and manage employee incentive programs, bonuses and recognition awards that align with company goals and performance metrics.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote employee recognition, engagement and motivation.
• Ensure the programs are effectively communicated and understood across the organization.
• Data Analysis and Reporting:
• Monitor and analyze compensation and benefits data, identifying trends and making recommendations for improvements.
• Provide regular reports to leadership on program effectiveness, budget management, and employee feedback.
• Compliance and Regulations:
• Ensure all total rewards programs comply with federal, state, and local laws, including tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Stay updated on compensation and benefits trends, compliance changes and industry best practices.
• Employee Communication and Education:
• Develop and deliver clear communication regarding total rewards programs, ensuring employees understand available benefits and incentives.
• Provide training to managers and employees regarding compensation, benefits and incentive programs.
• People Leadership:
• Mentor and motivate a team of Total Rewards Specialists.
• Assign and delegate tasks effectively to ensure the Total Rewards team meets deadlines and offers exceptional customer service to BSL associates.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and job experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Benefits, Compensation or Total Rewards.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Attention to detail and ability to use discretion in dealing with confidential information.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel required.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits practices, laws, and regulations.
• Strong analytical and system skills.
• Experience with Dayforce, a plus.

As a Home Office associate at Benchmark, you will have immediate access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability