Total Rewards Consultant

The Iowa Clinic; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa Clinic is seeking a Total Rewards Consultant to join our Human Resources team and lead compensation initiatives that are fair, data-driven, and aligned with organizational goals.

You will analyze market data, maintain salary structures, support HRIS processes, and partner with leaders to drive equity and competitiveness across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 4 to 6 years in compensation, total rewards, HR analytics, or related HR functions.
• Strong knowledge of salary structures, market benchmarking, and internal equity.
• Advanced analytical ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency with Excel and HRIS/payroll systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Professional certifications (CCP/SHRM-CP/PHR, etc.) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject-matter expert on compensation matters and equity reviews.
• Conduct market pricing, job evaluations, promotions, and salary recommendations.
• Maintain salary structures, pay grades, and merit programs.
• Analyze market surveys, trends, and internal data to stay competitive.
• Partner with HR, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Payroll, and leaders for informed decisions.
• Support HRIS compensation processes, reporting, audits, and data integrity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Communication

Relationship building

Data-driven insights

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Compensation management systems

Job description

Are you passionate about helping organizations attract and retain top talent through fair, competitive, and data-driven compensation practices? The Iowa Clinic is seeking a Total Rewards Consultant to join our Human Resources team and play a key role in supporting compensation programs that drive employee engagement and organizational success.

In this highly visible role, you'll partner with leaders across the organization to provide compensation expertise, market insights, and strategic recommendations that ensure our pay practices remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with business needs.

What You'll Do

As a Total Rewards Consultant, you will:

• Serve as a trusted advisor on compensation matters, including job evaluations, market pricing, salary recommendations, promotions, and internal equity reviews
• Conduct compensation analyses and provide data-driven recommendations to support hiring, retention, and employee growth
• Maintain salary structures, pay grades, market positioning strategies, merit programs, and compensation adjustment processes
• Analyze market surveys, workforce trends, and internal compensation data to ensure our pay practices remain competitive
• Partner closely with HR, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Payroll, and business leaders to support informed compensation decisions
• Create, update, evaluate, and maintain job descriptions for new positions, promotions, and organizational changes
• Support HRIS compensation processes, reporting, audits, and data integrity initiatives
• Monitor compensation trends, pay transparency requirements, regulatory updates, and industry best practices
• Provide cross-functional support for benefits administration activities as needed

What You'll Bring

We are looking for a collaborative and analytical professional who enjoys translating data into meaningful business insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (equivalent experience may be considered)
• 4 to 6 years of experience in compensation, total rewards, HR analytics, compensation administration, or related HR functions
• Strong understanding of compensation principles, salary structures, market benchmarking, internal equity, pay administration, and FLSA classifications
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate actionable recommendations
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with HRIS, payroll, or compensation management systems
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, confidentiality, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and partner with leaders at all levels
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or related certification preferred
• Experience with salary surveys, merit planning, pay transparency initiatives, or benefits administration is a plus

Why Join The Iowa Clinic?

At The Iowa Clinic, you'll have the opportunity to influence compensation strategies that directly impact our ability to attract, reward, and retain exceptional talent. This role offers a unique blend of analytics, strategy, and cross-functional partnership, allowing you to make a meaningful contribution to both our employees and the organization.

You'll join a collaborative team that values data-driven decision-making, innovation, and continuous improvement while supporting one of Iowa's largest physician-owned healthcare organizations.

If you're ready to leverage your compensation expertise to help shape a rewarding employee experience, we'd love to hear from you.