Total Rewards Architect — Benefits & Compensation

Mid Continent Steel and Wire, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Deacero USA is seeking a seasoned Total Rewards - Benefits & Compensation SME to lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our compensation and benefits programs. This role focuses on market competitiveness, internal equity, regulatory compliance, and delivering an exceptional employee experience.

The ideal candidate thrives on data-driven decision making, develops competitive total rewards strategies, and collaborates with leadership to support talent goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, finance or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• At least 3 years in Total Rewards, Benefits, and Compensation.
• Strong knowledge of compensation strategy, benefits administration, salary benchmarking, and pay equity.
• Experience with HRIS platforms, preferably ADP Workforce Now.
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and administration of employee benefits, including healthcare, retirement, wellness, and voluntary programs.
• Develop and maintain compensation structures, salary bands, and incentive programs.
• Conduct market benchmarking, salary surveys, and pay equity analyses.
• Partner with executive leadership on compensation strategy and workforce planning.
• Manage annual benefit renewals, vendor relationships, and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FLSA, and IRS requirements.
• Analyze workforce and benefits data to forecast costs and inform decisions.
• Collaborate with HRIS, Payroll, Finance, and Talent Acquisition for alignment.

Skills

Total Rewards

Benefits administration

Salary benchmarking

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Deacero USA is seeking a seasoned Total Rewards - Benefits & Compensation SME to lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our compensation and benefits programs. This role focuses on market competitiveness, internal equity, regulatory compliance, and delivering an exceptional employee experience.

The ideal candidate thrives on data-driven decision making, develops competitive total rewards strategies, and collaborates with leadership to support talent goals.