Director, Global Total Rewards

Alteryx Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Parental leave and flexible time off

Mental health support and wellness

Job summary

Alteryx Inc. is seeking a Director of Global Total Rewards to lead compensation and benefits, shaping a unified strategy across the enterprise.

You will drive executive compensation governance, incentive programs, and equity, partnering with People & Culture, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and AI Transformation. The role requires 10+ years of Total Rewards leadership, strong collaboration, and a track record of operating with operational excellence in a global setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading Compensation, Benefits, or Total Rewards in a complex organization.
• Broad Total Rewards expertise with transformation and operational excellence.
• Strong people leadership and change management experience.
• Experience leveraging technology, automation, analytics, or AI in business outcomes.
• Executive presence with collaboration, communication, and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global Total Rewards function and provide strategic leadership across Compensation and Benefits.
• Develop and evolve an integrated Total Rewards strategy aligned to business priorities.
• Partner with Talent Experience & Development to weave Total Rewards into the employee lifecycle.
• Build trusted partnerships across People & Culture, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and AI & Transformation.
• Build a modernization roadmap for Total Rewards operations with technology and AI.
• Lead and develop a high-performing Total Rewards team; coach and build future leaders.
• Oversee annual compensation planning, benchmarking, salary structures, and incentives.

Skills

Total Rewards leadership

Executive presence

Change management

Collaboration & communication

Analytics/AI in HR

Job description

Meet the Moment with AlteryxWe're living through a once-in-a-generation shift in how work gets done. Data, automation, and AI are quickly becoming the center of every business decision - and Alteryx is leading the transformation.You'll be working on the challenges that sit at the heart of modern business. No matter your role, the work you do will help organizations move faster, see more clearly, and tackle questions that used to feel impossible.If you're ready to meet the moment with innovation, curiosity, and excellence, there's a place for you here.Director, Global Total Rewards Shape the Future of Total Rewards at Alteryx At Alteryx, we're evolving how People & Culture creates value for the business. As part of our broader transformation strategy, we're reimagining Total Rewards to better connect the strong foundation established by an experienced team while shaping the future of Total Rewards through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and continuous innovation. This is more than a traditional Total Rewards leadership role. The successful candidate will help shape a Total Rewards strategy that reflects where Alteryx (and its People & Culture organization) is headed, not where it has been. By building on the strengths of an experienced team, this leader will integrate compensation, benefits, technology, and the employee experience while leveraging AI, automation, and operational excellence to support future growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the global Total Rewards function, providing strategic leadership across Compensation and Benefits.
• Develop and evolve an integrated Total Rewards strategy aligned to business priorities and Alteryx's Employee Value Proposition.
• Partner with Talent Experience & Development leaders to ensure Total Rewards strategies reinforce the employee lifecycle by connecting performance, recognition, career growth, rewards, and retention into a cohesive employee experience.
• Build trusted partnerships across People & Culture, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and AI & Transformation to align Total Rewards with enterprise priorities.

Benefits & Compensation Strategy

• Provide strategic leadership for the Benefits function while ensuring operational excellence and an exceptional employee experience during a period of organizational evolution.
• Assess future capability needs and recommend organizational enhancements that position the Total Rewards function to scale alongside the business.
• Ensure benefit programs remain competitive, compliant, and aligned to the needs of a global workforce.
• Lead annual compensation planning, market benchmarking, salary structures, incentive programs, and pay philosophy.
• Partner with the HRBP and broader P&C team to evolve job architecture, market competitiveness, and reward strategies while building on existing technical expertise.
• Support executive compensation and equity activities and governance in partnership with senior leadership as appropriate.

Operational Excellence & Transformation

• Build and execute a roadmap to modernize Total Rewards operations through simplifying processes, leveraging technology, and evolving the Benefits operating model to meet changing business needs.
• Partner with the AI & Transformation organization to improve systems, automation, workflows, and data quality.
• Continuously evaluate opportunities to simplify work, improve employee and manager experiences, and increase organizational effectiveness.

People Leadership

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing Total Rewards team by creating clarity, fostering collaboration, coaching leaders, and building future capabilities.
• Lead the team through organizational evolution with transparency, trust, and a focus on continuous learning and innovation.
• Develop future leaders through coaching, feedback, succession planning, and meaningful growth opportunities.

Success in the First 12 Months

• Build strong relationships across People & Culture and key business partners.
• Develop an integrated Total Rewards roadmap aligned with Alteryx's broader People transformation strategy.
• Strengthen integration across Compensation, Benefits, Talent Experience, AI & Transformation, Finance, and Legal.
• Position the Total Rewards function to meet the future needs of the business.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience leading Compensation, Benefits, or Total Rewards in a complex organization.
• Broad Total Rewards expertise with demonstrated success leading organizational transformation, operational excellence, or HR modernization initiatives.
• Strong people leadership experience with a passion for developing teams and leading through change.
• Experience leveraging technology, automation, analytics, or AI to improve business outcomes.
• Strong executive presence with exceptional collaboration, communication, and influencing skills.

Compensation

Alteryx is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation. Final compensation is determined by several factors, including but not limited to relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.The base salary range for this role in the United States is $180,000-$210,000. This role is also eligible for a target annual bonus of 20% of base salary, based on individual and company performance. In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, this role includes clear forms of additional compensation, such as:

• A monthly Connectivity Plus stipend of $150 to support remote work-related expenses
• An annual $200 home office reimbursement
• Alteryx offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including:

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave, caregiver leave, and flexible time off
• Mental health support and wellness reimbursement
• Career development and education assistance

As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Benefits & Perks:Alteryx has amazing benefits for all Associates which can be viewed here.

For roles in San Francisco and Los Angeles: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Alteryx will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This position involves access to software/technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.