Manager, Total Rewards

HSO Group B.V.; New York (NY); Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited paid time off

Performance-based bonus

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

HSO Group B.V. is seeking a Manager, Total Rewards to own the strategy, design, competitiveness, and compliance of compensation, benefits, payroll, and total rewards programs.

You will conduct market benchmarking, equity analyses, and modeling to inform pay structures and benefits offerings, while guiding annual review cycles and VCP administration. You will also direct health plan administration, vendor negotiations, and open enrollment, ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits, payroll, or total rewards.
• Experience managing payroll operations across multi-state environments.
• Experience leading compensation programs and annual review cycles.

Responsibilities

• Own the strategy, design, competitiveness, and compliance of total rewards programs.
• Conduct market benchmarking and internal equity analyses to inform pay structures.
• Lead annual compensation review cycles and VCP administration.
• Direct health plan strategy, vendor negotiations, and open enrollment planning.
• Oversee payroll operations for 400+ remote employees across jurisdictions.
• Build and scale the total rewards function and hire a Payroll & Benefits Coordinator.

Skills

Total rewards leadership

Compensation design

Market benchmarking

Internal equity analyses

Payroll operations

Vendor negotiations

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Communication of complex concepts

Education

CPP/CEBS/SPHR or SHRM-SCP

Tools

ADP

Paylocity

BambooHR

HRIS platforms

BambooHR

Job description

As a Manager, Total Rewards you can expect to... Own the strategy, design, competitiveness, and compliance of HSO’s compensation, benefits, payroll, and total rewards programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and organizational growth.Conduct market benchmarking, internal equity analyses, and compensation modeling to inform pay structures, incentive programs, and benefits offerings that support retention and performance.Lead annual compensation review cycles and Variable Compensation Plan (VCP) administration while providing compensation insights and recommendations to leadership.Direct the strategy and administration of HSO’s self-funded health plans, including vendor and carrier relationships, contract negotiations, renewals, and open enrollment planning.Monitor and interpret evolving regulatory requirements, including pay transparency laws, ERISA, ACA, FMLA, and related employment regulations, translating requirements into effective policies and processes.Lead pay equity assessments and FLSA classification reviews to support compliance, consistency, and fair employment practices.Oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a 400+ employee remote workforce, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.Manage benefits administration activities including enrollments, status changes, terminations, carrier updates, ACA reporting, 401(k) audit documentation, and expense reimbursement reconciliation.Serve as a trusted resource for employee payroll and benefits inquiries, delivering responsive support and a positive employee experience.Build and scale HSO’s total rewards function by defining, hiring, and onboarding a Payroll & Benefits Coordinator, then transitioning operational responsibilities while retaining strategic leadership and oversight.

You’re great at…

• Balancing strategic total rewards leadership with hands-on operational execution.
• Designing compensation and benefits programs that support employee engagement, retention, and business performance.
• Analyzing compensation data, market trends, and internal equity considerations to make informed recommendations.
• Building trusted relationships and partnering effectively with leaders, employees, vendors, and external providers.
• Navigating complex compliance requirements and translating regulatory guidance into practical business processes.
• Managing multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Leading through change and building scalable programs, processes, and teams from the ground up.
• Communicating complex compensation, payroll, and benefits concepts in a clear and approachable manner.

Sound interesting?

If so, you’ll have…

• 7–10 years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits, payroll, total rewards, or a related discipline.
• Hands-on experience managing payroll operations, including multi-state payroll tax compliance.
• Experience leading compensation programs, annual review cycles, benchmarking initiatives, and total rewards strategy development.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, FMLA, pay transparency requirements, and related employment regulations.
• Experience managing benefits administration, carrier relationships, vendor negotiations, and health plan strategies.
• Proficiency with payroll systems such as ADP or Paylocity and HRIS platforms.
• Experience with BambooHR, strongly preferred.
• CPP, CEBS, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or related professional certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in both strategic leadership and hands-on execution roles.

The Perks

We offer competitive pay with a performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy unlimited paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment.

HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.