Director, Total Rewards

Chainalysis; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a Director of Total Rewards to develop innovative compensation and benefits strategies. This role involves leading global compensation programs and ensuring equity across all locations. Candidates should have significant experience in total rewards, strong analytical skills, and a track record of successful compensation strategy implementation. The position encourages diversity and promotes an inclusive application process, reflecting the company's commitment to fairness and transparency in all operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in total rewards, including 5 years in leadership.
• Proven track record of global compensation and benefits strategy implementation.
• Experience with executive compensation programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of compensation and benefits strategies.
• Own all compensation programs globally, ensuring equity and transparency.
• Design and manage benefits strategies aligned with company values.

Skills

Global compensation practices

Salary structures

Strong analytical skills

Equity compensation programs

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Director, Total Rewards - Chainalysis

Position Overview

The Director, Total Rewards will lead the development and implementation of innovative compensation and benefits strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent across our global footprint. This role will be based in the US.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Review, refine, and execute a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy aligned with our business objectives in the rapidly evolving Web3 industry

• Partner with leadership to ensure compensation and benefits programs support business growth while maintaining competitive market position

• Drive data-informed decision-making through market analysis and industry benchmarking

Compensation Management

• Own all compensation programs globally, including salary structures, global job architecture, annual incentive plans, and merit, bonus, and equity processes

• Lead the assessment, refinement, and ongoing maturation of global job architecture and leveling frameworks, including addressing legacy inconsistencies and role evolution

• Develop and maintain sophisticated market pricing methodologies that reflect the unique dynamics of our industry

• Ensure pay equity and transparency across all locations, promoting our commitment to fairness and inclusion

• Oversee executive compensation programs and effectively manage Compensation Committee meetings in partnership with Legal and Head of People

• Serve as a strategic advisor to Revenue Operations and Sales Leadership on the design, governance, and evolution of global Sales Compensation plans

Benefits & Wellbeing

• Design and implement compelling benefits strategies that enhance employee wellbeing and reflect our company values

• Manage vendor relationships, including global and in-country brokers, for all company-sponsored benefit plans globally, including health and welfare plans, retirement/401k/pension, and others; proactively address visible gaps and issues within our benefits processes with internal and external stakeholders and collaborators

• Design and deploy appropriate time off and leave policies and other ancillary benefits or perks aligned with our benefits strategies as we mature

• Ensure regulatory compliance across all global jurisdictions where we operate

• Partner and collaborate across the people functions to implement and administer employee programs

Business Partnership

• Collaborate with HR Partners, Talent Acquisition, Revenue Operations, and business leaders on compensation frameworks and day to day matters across the organization

• Build and deliver effective training and communications to ensure leaders and employees understand and value our total rewards offerings

• Develop relationships and other mechanisms for gathering feedback and continuously improving our approaches

Team Leadership

• Lead by example and continue the development of a small team of compensation and benefits professionals

• Foster a business-centered approach that balances flexibility and agility with consistent principles

• Contribute to the culture and leadership of the broader People team

Qualifications

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in total rewards, with at least 5 years in leadership roles

• Proven track record developing and implementing global compensation and benefits strategies

• Experience managing executive compensation programs and supporting compensation committees

• Demonstrated ability to build and scale programs in high-growth, ambiguous and agile environments

• International benefits experience across multiple countries/regions

Knowledge & Skills

• Deep understanding of global compensation practices, job architecture, and salary structures

• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills for budgeting and forecasting

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions

• Experience with equity compensation programs and incentive plan design

• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen

• Practical problem-solver who can balance rigor with pragmatism

• Approachable leadership style that builds trust with stakeholders at all levels

• Data-driven decision maker who values transparency and fairness

• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, evolving industry

We encourage applicants across any race, ethnicity, gender/gender expression, age, spirituality, ability, experience and more. If you need any accommodations to make our interview process more accessible to you due to a disability, don't hesitate to let us know.