Sr Director, Total Rewards

Pace Industries, LLC; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Work-life programs

Job summary

Pace Industries, LLC is looking for a seasoned professional to lead their compensation and benefits programs in Louisville, Colorado. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in total rewards, strong leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of compliance regulations. This role encompasses developing and administering competitive salary and benefits programs aimed at retaining top talent within the organization. The successful candidate will engage with senior leaders to align these programs with business goals.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in total rewards, compensation, or benefits administration.
• 7+ years leading total rewards or compensation teams.
• Proven ability to build and scale total rewards programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop competitive compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain talent.
• Administer compensation programs including base pay, incentive plans, and equity programs.
• Ensure compliance with laws and reporting requirements related to total rewards.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Compensation strategy

Tools

HRIS platforms

Compensation management systems

Job description

**Responsibilities** Partner with senior leaders, executives, and HRBPs to develop competitive, equitable, and innovative compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent.Design, implement, and administer compensation programs including base pay, incentive plans, equity programs, and recognition initiatives that reward performance and reinforce our culture. Develop and manage comprehensive benefits offerings that support employee wellbeing, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and work-life programs. Design, implement, and administer equity compensation plans, including stock options, restricted stock units, performance shares, and employee stock purchase programs that align employee interests with company success. Prepare comprehensive materials and recommendations for the Management Development and Compensation Committee of the Board, including executive compensation analyses, equity plan proposals and performance metrics, aligned with business objectives and governance requirements. Leverage compensation analytics, market intelligence and AI to inform strategy, improve outcomes, and anticipate changing workforce needs.Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and reporting requirements across all total rewards programs, with particular focus on equity plan administration and SEC disclosure requirements. Lead annual compensation planning cycles, including merit increases, bonus distributions, and equity grants. **Minimum Qualifications** 12+ years of experience in total rewards, compensation, or benefits administration. 7+ years leading total rewards or compensation teams.Experience partnering with senior leaders on compensation strategy and program design. Strong knowledge of compensation structures, job architecture, and benefits program design. Experience with compensation management systems and HRIS platforms. Proven ability to build and scale total rewards programs and operations. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated analytical skills and financial acumen. Experience designing, implementing, and administering equity compensation plans. Experience preparing materials and presentations for Board Committees.**Preferred Qualifications** Experience leading total rewards in technical, aerospace, defense, or engineering-driven organizations.Extensive experience with equity compensation design, valuation methodologies, and administration practices. Strong understanding of executive compensation practices, governance, and regulatory requirements. Experience supporting Management Development and Compensation Committees or similar Board-level committees. Experience leading compensation and benefits efforts through a major business transformation such as M&A or an IPO. Ability to balance competitive rewards offerings while optimizing ROI on total rewards investments.Knowledge of SEC disclosure requirements related to executive compensation and equity plans.