Director, Total Rewards (Digital Media)

TL;DR

Director, Total Rewards (Digital Media): Design and lead a competitive total rewards strategy including compensation, benefits, and wellness programs with an accent on data-driven market analyses and internal equity. Focus on annual rewards cycles, vendor management, cross-functional partnerships, and process optimization using AI and analytics.

Location: Remote-optional within the United States (salary adjusted for location)

Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 (dependent on location, experience, and skills)

Company

Digital media and news company committed to growth, fairness, and empowering teams through thoughtful rewards.

What you will do

• Develop and evolve compensation and benefits strategy aligned with business goals, including market analyses and benchmarking.
• Lead annual rewards processes like merit reviews, promotions, open enrollment, and benefits renewals.
• Manage benefits vendors, design wellness programs, and model budgets for finance.
• Partner with leadership across functions on total rewards consulting, training, and initiatives.
• Optimize processes with data, AI, automation, and analytics while coaching one direct report.

Requirements

• 8+ years in compensation and benefits, specifically in digital media/news industry
• Comprehensive knowledge of compensation/benefits design, administration, and self-funded plans.
• Experience with HRIS (e.g., Workday), advanced Excel/Google Sheets, and benchmarking tools (e.g., Croners).
• Strong analytical skills, project management, communication, and ability to influence leaders.
• AI literacy and use of AI tools for productivity required for all roles.

Culture & Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match, PPO/HSA health insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental/vision.
• 12-week paid primary caregiver leave, generous vacation/holidays, one mental health day per quarter.
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend, learning stipend, tele-mental health (Headspace), OneMedical.
• Family-forming benefits (Carrot Fertility), Family Fund for emergencies, flexibility for parents.
• Virtual social events, inclusive diverse culture, positive work environment.