Executive Rewards Strategy & Job Architecture Lead

MaxIT Consulting - Max Corporate Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

MaxIT Consulting – Max Corporate Group in Chicago, IL, is seeking a senior Rewards Strategy & Job Architecture Lead to advise on complex compensation programs. You will design pay structures, lead large engagements, and partner with executives to shape strategy and win new business.

Hybrid work, heavy client interaction, and cross-functional team leadership are core aspects of this role. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in compensation consulting, strong analytics, and proven advisory and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in compensation consulting, HR advisory, or total rewards consulting.
• Demonstrated subject-matter expertise in compensation strategy and program design.
• Proven ability to lead multiple large-scale projects and complex client engagements.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of large-scale compensation and rewards consulting engagements.
• Structure, direct, review, and interpret complex analyses performed by project teams.
• Develop compensation strategies, philosophies, structures, and programs aligned with client attraction and retention objectives.
• Advise senior executives and HR leaders on pay strategy, market competitiveness, job architecture, and compensation program design.
• Design and support incentive plans and other reward programs.
• Translate market data and analytical findings into actionable client recommendations.
• Support the digital enablement and implementation of compensation and job architecture solutions.
• Manage day-to-day client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.
• Present findings, recommendations, and strategic options to executive audiences.
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members while ensuring high-quality client deliverables.
• Support business development by identifying new client opportunities, expanding existing engagements, and pursuing cross-selling opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Client relationship management

Communication

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, Finance, or related

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

MaxIT Consulting – Max Corporate Group in Chicago, IL, is seeking a senior Rewards Strategy & Job Architecture Lead to advise on complex compensation programs. You will design pay structures, lead large engagements, and partner with executives to shape strategy and win new business.

Hybrid work, heavy client interaction, and cross-functional team leadership are core aspects of this role. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in compensation consulting, strong analytics, and proven advisory and