Total Rewards Manager

Based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas and Camarillo; HRL has been on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research and advancing the state of the art.

The Total Rewards Manager reports to the Director of Human Resources and is responsible for planning, designing, implementing and administering a comprehensive total rewards strategy and compensation and benefit programs to attract and retain talent. This position will research and bring in-depth understanding of external best-practices and innovative trends to apply them to Total Rewards programs and technologies at HRL.

Manages the benefits and compensation team members.

•Plan, design, implement and administer a comprehensive rewards strategy.

•Strategically assesses the effectiveness of current programs in achieving organizational objectives; identifies best practices and benchmarks; and develops recommendations for modifications to align to HR strategy and business goals.

•Manages all compensation planning processes in collaboration with HR and Operations.

•Evaluates the compensation landscape to understand and learn from best practices through benchmarking and industry research and employment trends, track legislation and make recommendations.

•Effectively plans and directs the implementation and administration of all benefit plans including annual open enrollment efforts.

•Effectively manages and collaborates with vendors and external partners, including managing performance of contracts to ensure maximum value of services is delivered.

•Partners with HR leadership and peers on appropriate total reward packages to recruit and retain talent.

•Responsible for all ACA reporting and keeps abreast of regulatory changes affecting benefit plans and ensures company benefit plans and practices are in compliance with external regulatory requirements.

•Develops and coordinates communications designed to educate and inform employees about total rewards.

•Assists with annual budget for total rewards and manage expenditures related to benefit programs.

•Develops and implements new and/or existing rewards programs, policies and procedures to ensure that programs are market competitive, internally equitable, and cost effective.

•Determines and implements metrics that assess and monitor the effectiveness of ongoing Total Rewards programs and new initiatives.

•Reviews, manages and amends all retirement plan benefits to ensure compliance and effectiveness.

•Manages Leave of Absence process including Workers Compensation

•Communicates actively with  other departments to review cross-departmental impacts and reconcile data sharing.

•Manages data in accordance with the company’s record retention policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations.

•Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues, records and company information.

•Completes special projects, as assigned.

•Sound knowledge of the regulatory and legislative imperatives and impacts related to total rewards programs (FLSA, Sec 125, ERISA, 409A, HIPAA, etc.).

•Experience in a federal contractor employer setting a plus.

•Experienced with vendor-relations and multi-state employers preferred.

•Strong analytical skills with the ability to work through processes, identify and implement process improvements and resolve complex matters.

•Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

•Strong organizational/prioritization skills with an ability to multi-task to manage multiple projects while maintain a close attention to detail.

•Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced knowledge of MS Excel.

•Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

•Possess proven operational, interpersonal, project management, vendor management and leadership skills.

•Ability to maintain confidentiality.

•Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources or related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.

•Minimum of 1-3 year’s experience in a Total Rewards Management role (Compensation, Benefits, Recognition, Wellness).

•Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) certification, or SPHR or SHRM-CP or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification a plus.

Physical Requirements:

Duties are performed primarily in an office setting. Operates computer and standard office equipment, such as telephone and copier/printer. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and typing.

US Person

The base salary range for this full-time position is $116,000 - $194,000 + bonus + benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

HRL offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, growth potential, and an exciting and challenging work environment.

HRL Laboratories is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status, union membership, or political affiliation. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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