WellBe Senior Medical is seeking an ambitious, operationally excellent leader to serve as our Director of Total Rewards. Reporting directly to the VP of Total Rewards, this role will act as the operational leadership engine of our Center of Excellence (COE) own daily operations and oversight of our compensation, benefits, and payroll infrastructure while leading the team, optimizing systems, and safeguarding compliance. The Director, Total Rewards will ensure that all total rewards programs are competitive, equitable, cost-effective, and aligned with the company’s strategic goals, culture, and values. This role partners with senior leadership, HR, Finance, and business leaders to attract, retain, and engage top talent while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.Job DescriptionSalary: $140,000-$170,000Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesCore ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership & COE ExcellenceServe as the primary operational leader for the Total Rewards department, managing day-to-day workflows and building organizational redundancy.Mentor and develop a lean, agile team.Act as the core project manager for system optimizations, particularly driving maximum efficiency and automation within our Dayforce HCM platform.Payroll Infrastructure & Vendor Governance (RFP Dependent)Directly oversee internal payroll processing, ensuring the function maintains pristine execution and absolute multi-FEIN compliance across all tax jurisdictions.Serve as the chief liaison and governance officer for vendor/service provider relations and enforce strict Service Level Agreements (SLAs), manage vendor performance, and run independent data quality audits.Establish bulletproof pre-payroll QA controls and electronic data reconciliations to eliminate financial slippage.Benefits, Wellness, & Fiduciary ComplianceDirect the administration of health, welfare, retirement (401k), and leave/FMLA programs, ensuring strict ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA compliance.Manage relationships with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators to monitor utilization trends, contain costs, and optimize renewals.Implement engaging total rewards communication strategies that help employees understand and maximize the value of their health and wellness benefits.Compensation Administration & ExecutionExecute the company’s broader compensation philosophy, job evaluations, pay structures, and job architecture.Oversee routine market benchmarking, salary planning, and annual merit review and incentive cycles.Partner with Talent Acquisition to provide data-driven structures for complex, high-volume geographic offers while protecting internal pay equity.Job RequirementsRequired QualificationsEducational and Experience Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., CCP, CEBS, CPP) are a strong plus but not required for an elite executor.8+ years of progressive HR experience, with a minimum of 4-5 years dedicated specifically to core Comp/Benefits and Payroll administration.Strong technical proficiency with enterprise-level HCM platforms is required; explicit experience with Dayforce configuration and reporting is highly advantageous.Foundational understanding of multi-FEIN payroll compliance, payroll tax registration frameworks, and self-funded or fully insured health benefit design.Demonstrated success in developing and implementing total rewards strategies in mid-size organizations.Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and vendor management skills.Excellent communication and influencing abilities, with a proven track record of partnering with executive leadership.Required Skills and Abilities:Strategic and innovative thinker with the ability to balance cost, competitiveness, and employee experience.Strong business acumen and ability to connect rewards programs to organizational outcomes.High integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to fairness and equity.Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.Physical and Mental RequirementsAbility to stand/sit for extended periods.Visual acuity and fine motor skills.Ability to travel as needed.Work EnvironmentRemote or Hybrid (local market)Travel Requirements:Up to 10% domestic travel for key executive meetings.Sponsorship StatementWellBe does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.Pay Transparency StatementCompensation for this position will be disclosed in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.Drug Screening Requirement:As a condition of employment, WellBe Senior Medical requires all candidates to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening. Ongoing employment may also be contingent upon compliance with the company’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy, which includes random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing. The company reserves the right to test for substances that may impair an employee’s ability to safely and effectively perform their job duties.Background Check StatementEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, as permitted by law. As a healthcare organization, WellBe conducts monthly FACIS (Fraud and Abuse Control Information System) checks on all employees. Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of these checks, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) StatementWellBe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.Americans with Disabilities ActWellBe Senior Medical is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you require an accommodation during the application, interview or employment process, please contact Human Resources at HRPeopleLine@wellbe.comAt-Will Employment StatementEmployment with WellBe is at-will unless otherwise specified by contract. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.DisclaimerThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.
