Total Rewards Architect: Compensation & Benefits

First Western; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid parking

Comprehensive health benefits

HSA and FSA

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

First Western Trust is seeking a Total Rewards Specialist to design, administer, and execute compensation and benefits programs. You will conduct market research, pay analysis, and job evaluation to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices, while managing core benefits operations and enrollment processes.

The role also covers leave administration, ADA accommodations, audits, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, delivering accurate data and exceptional service to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in benefits administration, compensation, or related experience.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret compensation and market data.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• SHRM-CP or PHR within 180 days of hire preferred.
• CCP/CBP or similar in 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee benefit programs and vendor relationships.
• Design, administer, and maintain compensation programs, including pay structures and guidelines.
• Conduct market analysis, compensation research, and pay equity assessments.
• Manage new hire and promotion pay rate recommendations and related tools.
• Coordinate the annual merit cycle with data accuracy and communication.
• Lead benefit enrollment processes for new hires and open enrollment.
• Perform payroll audits and approvals for pay and benefits transactions.
• Maintain/update job descriptions and job architecture processes.
• Serve as primary contact for leave of absence and ADA accommodations.
• Support internal and external audits with required documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

First Western Trust is seeking a Total Rewards Specialist to design, administer, and execute compensation and benefits programs. You will conduct market research, pay analysis, and job evaluation to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices, while managing core benefits operations and enrollment processes.

The role also covers leave administration, ADA accommodations, audits, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, delivering accurate data and exceptional service to