Total Rewards Manager

Addison Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/FSA options

Company-Paid disability

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

EAP

Professional development

Parking in Downtown Houston

Flexible start times

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Total Rewards Manager in downtown Houston to lead benefits, compensation, and compliance for a large North American workforce. This hands-on leader will manage multijurisdiction benefits, oversee vendor relationships, and drive reporting and analytics for senior leaders.

You will partner with HR, Finance, and Payroll to optimize total rewards while guiding workforce integration initiatives and growth projects. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in total rewards with U.S.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in Benefits, Compensation, or Total Rewards.
• Direct experience supporting U.S. and Canadian benefits programs.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian retirement plans and cross-border compliance.
• Experience with multi-site benefits administration and open enrollment.
• Advanced reporting, analytics, and executive-facing presentations.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of employee benefit programs across jurisdictions.
• Manage annual open enrollment, renewals, vendor relationships, and contracts.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for benefits and employment laws.
• Support retirement plans and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Develop dashboards, metrics, and presentations for executives.
• Oversee compensation structures, salary administration, and incentive programs.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Payroll, and vendors to optimize total rewards.
• Mentor a benefits team member.
• Support workforce integration initiatives.

Skills

Benefits management

Compensation

Total Rewards

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location: Houston, TX (Downtown)

Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Compensation: Target Base Salary up to $130,000 + Annual Bonus

A growing, multi-location organization is seeking a Total Rewards Manager to lead benefits, compensation, compliance, and employee reward programs across a complex North American workforce. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced total rewards professional who enjoys balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day execution. The successful candidate will oversee employee benefits programs, support compensation structures and incentive plans, partner with external vendors, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide reporting and analysis to senior leadership. This role also offers the opportunity to participate in organizational growth initiatives and workforce integration projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead administration and ongoing management of employee benefit programs across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage annual open enrollment, renewals, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable benefits and employment regulations.
• Support retirement plans, fiduciary responsibilities, and related reporting requirements.
• Conduct benefits and total rewards cost analysis, utilization reviews, and financial modeling.
• Maintain and support compensation structures, salary administration, and incentive programs.
• Develop dashboards, metrics, reports, and presentations for executive leadership.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Payroll, and external vendors to optimize total rewards programs.
• Supervise and develop a benefits team member.
• Support workforce integration and harmonization initiatives associated with organizational growth.

Required Qualifications

Critical Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive experience in Benefits, Compensation, or Total Rewards.
• Demonstrated ownership of employee benefits programs, not solely compensation-focused experience.
• Must have direct experience supporting both U.S. and Canadian employee benefits programs.
• Strong understanding of Canadian benefits administration and retirement programs, including familiarity with RRSP plans and cross-border compliance considerations.
• Experience supporting employees across multiple states and multiple locations/sites.
• Experience with: Open enrollment administration, Vendor management and negotiations, Benefits compliance, Retirement plans, ACA and related reporting requirements, Benefits cost analysis and reporting.
• Advanced reporting, analytics, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to work onsite in Downtown Houston.

Preferred Qualifications

• CCP, CEBS, CBP, or related certification.
• Experience supporting large, geographically dispersed workforces.
• Exposure to organizational integration or growth-related initiatives.
• Prior leadership or people-management experience.
• Strong executive presentation and communication skills.

What Will Not Be a Fit

• Have compensation experience without substantial benefits ownership.
• Lack direct experience supporting both U.S. and Canadian employee populations.
• Have only supported a single-state or small-scale workforce environment.
• Are seeking a remote or hybrid work arrangement.
• Prefer a primarily strategic role without hands-on operational responsibilities.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development and Education Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs
• Company-Paid Downtown Parking
• Flexible Start Times to Support Work-Life Balance

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High visibility with senior leadership.
• Opportunity to own a broad total rewards function.
• Meaningful impact on employee experience, compliance, and organizational growth.
• Strong compensation package including bonus potential.
• Stable organization with continued growth initiatives and long-term career potential.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.