VP Total Rewards

Cotiviti - US; United States; Remote; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of Global Total Rewards to lead the strategy and implementation of compensation and benefits programs worldwide. This role involves developing a comprehensive rewards strategy that aligns with business objectives and ensures competitiveness in the market. The VP will work closely with executive leadership to enhance employee satisfaction and retention through innovative benefits offerings. If you are a strategic leader with extensive HR experience and a passion for driving organizational success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Family Leave

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Discretionary Bonus

Qualifications

• 12+ years of HR or compensation/benefits experience, with 5+ years in leadership.
• Strong knowledge of international compensation practices and benefits compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global total rewards strategy including compensation and benefits.
• Oversee vendor selection and contract negotiations for benefits providers globally.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Master's or MBA

Tools

Compensation Management Software

HRIS Systems

Job description

Overview

The Vice President, Global Total Rewards will lead the strategy, design, implementation, and administration of all compensation, benefits, and recognition programs globally. This strategic leader ensures that total rewards programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with the company’s business objectives, talent strategy, and culture. The VP will drive innovation and global consistency while respecting regional market needs and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global total rewards strategy including executive compensation, incentive programs, benefits, equity, and wellness.
• Lead the design and implementation of competitive and compliant compensation and benefits programs across all international regions.
• Partner with executive leadership, HR business partners, and business stakeholders to align rewards programs with performance, retention, and attraction strategies.
• Oversee job architecture, market benchmarking and salary structure design.
• Lead annual compensation planning cycles, including merit, bonus, and equity programs.
• Oversee compensation governance, ensuring fairness, equity, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Provide direction for regular market pricing, benchmarking surveys, while monitoring and analyzing global market trends to continuously improve offerings and ensure external competitiveness.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, brokers, and consultants.
• Design, evaluate, and implement benefits programs that support diverse global employee needs while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Ensure benefit offerings support talent attraction, retention, and employee well-being, including health, retirement, leave, and wellness programs.
• Monitor global regulatory requirements and trends to ensure compliance and proactive benefit evolution.
• Oversee vendor selection, performance, and contract negotiations for benefits providers globally.
• Hire, develop, coach, lead and retain top-tier talent, with a focus on building and improving a team and culture that is able to assist in employing best in class practices to support and drive high levels of internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Complete all responsibilities as outlined in the annual performance review and/or goal setting.
• Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• 12+ years of progressive HR or compensation/benefits experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and executing global total rewards strategies.
• Strong knowledge of international compensation practices, benefits compliance, equity plans, and executive compensation.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across functions and geographies.
• Experience working in a complex, matrixed global organization.
• CCP or CEBS certification is a plus.

Mental Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Problem-solving and thinking critically.
• Completing tasks independently.
• Interpreting data.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to provide high-speed internet access / connectivity and office setup and maintenance.
• Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.

Base compensation ranges from $190,000.00 to $220,000.00. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs. This role is eligible for discretionary bonus consideration. Cotiviti offers team members a competitive benefits package to address a wide range of personal and family needs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage, 401(k) savings plans, paid family leave, 9 paid holidays per year, and 17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti. For information about our benefits package, please refer to our Careers page.

Since this job will be based remotely, all interviews will be conducted virtually.

Date of posting: 4/18/2025. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. We anticipate that the application window will close on 06/17/2025, but the application window may change depending on the volume of applications received or close immediately if a qualified candidate is selected.