Manager Total Rewards

Manager Total Rewards at Ajulia Executive Search Manager Total Rewards at Ajulia Executive Search in Ringwood, Illinois Posted in 4 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Total Rewards Manager near Spring Grove, IL Are you looking to step into a high-impact role where you can lead and shape compensation strategy for a well-established manufacturing organization? This exciting opportunity as a Total Rewards Manager offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), and more. If you have deep expertise in compensation design and want to drive meaningful impact, this could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and own the company's compensation strategy as the primary focus, including salary structures, pay architecture, and incentive program design
• Design, implement, and continuously improve broad-based compensation programs across hourly, salaried, and executive populations
• Manage and execute annual merit cycles, salary reviews, and variable pay programs
• Conduct market benchmarking, compensation analysis, and pay equity reviews to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness
• Own and maintain job architecture, salary banding, and compensation frameworks across the organization
• Develop and enhance bonus structures, incentive plans, and total rewards programs to support attraction and retention
• Oversee administration of benefits programs including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement plans
• Lead annual open enrollment and employee communication efforts
• Manage workers' compensation claims, return-to-work programs, and workplace accommodations
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ACA, OSHA, and other employment regulations
• Maintain and optimize HRIS systems, benefits administration platforms, and reporting tools
• Partner with Finance, Payroll, Operations, and leadership to align compensation and total rewards with business goals
• Analyze compensation and benefits data to drive recommendations and continuous improvement
• Support employee education and communication around compensation, benefits, and rewards programs

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• Minimum of 7+ years of direct, hands-on experience in broad-based compensation design and strategy
• Proven ownership of compensation programs (not just support), including salary structures, job evaluations, merit cycles, and incentive plan design
• Must have held a Compensation, Total Rewards, or Compensation-focused leadership role
• Strong subject matter expertise in: salary structures market benchmarking pay equity analysis incentive and bonus design
• Experience managing employee benefits programs and administration
• Knowledge of workers' compensation, claims management, and return-to-work processes
• Experience with HRIS systems and compensation/benefits modules
• Strong understanding of ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, FMLA, OSHA, and related regulations
• Must be willing to work onsite full-time

Preferred Experience:

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)
• Certified Workers Compensation Professional (CWCP)
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Experience supporting hourly workforce compensation structures

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Pay:

$90K-$130K salary