Global Total Rewards EVP: Compensation, Benefits & Equity

MorganFranklin Consulting LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 250,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Highspring is seeking a Vice President, Total Rewards to design, implement, and oversee our global total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, and recognition programs. You will align programs with business objectives, drive market-competitive structures, and ensure regulatory compliance across regions.

You will lead the annual compensation planning cycle, oversee executive compensation and broad-based pay, and partner with Finance, Legal, Payroll, HR Operations, and external

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of progressive compensation experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with global benefits strategy, administration, vendor management, compliance, and US/Canadian plan design.
• Experience in global compensation structures and strategies.
• Expertise in executive compensation, incentives, and equity-based compensation.
• Strong knowledge of compensation regulations (FLSA, SEC, global pay).
• Experience in consulting or financial services a plus.
• Proven ability to influence senior executives in compensation decisions.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in compensation analytics tools/HRIS.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated Total Rewards strategy aligned with business goals and growth objectives.
• Design and oversee executive compensation, broad-based pay, recognition, and benefits programs that are competitive and compliant.
• Lead the annual compensation planning cycle, including salary structures, merit increases, and incentive plans.
• Oversee benefits strategy and administration, including health, welfare, retirement, wellness, leave, and vendor partnerships.
• Conduct market analysis, job evaluation, and salary banding to ensure competitive rewards across the organization.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Payroll, HR Operations, and external vendors to manage governance, costs, and service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international compensation and benefits laws (FLSA, Equal Pay Act, pay transparency).
• Use workforce analytics and pay equity data to advise senior leadership on compensation decisions.
• Create communications and training materials to help leaders and employees understand total rewards value.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Total Rewards team, driving innovation and accountability.

Skills

Compensation Management

Executive Compensation

Incentive Programs

Market Pricing

Compensation Program Design

Compensation Strategy Development

Compensation Communication

HR Regulatory Compliance

Compensation Management Software

Benefits Strategy

Benefits Administration

Benefits Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, human resources or related field

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

UKG

CompAnalyst

Job description

Highspring is seeking a Vice President, Total Rewards to design, implement, and oversee our global total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, and recognition programs. You will align programs with business objectives, drive market-competitive structures, and ensure regulatory compliance across regions.

You will lead the annual compensation planning cycle, oversee executive compensation and broad-based pay, and partner with Finance, Legal, Payroll, HR Operations, and external