Axios

Smart brevity.

Director, Total Rewards

DirectorDirectorFull TimeRemoteTeam 501-1,000Since 2017H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

11 days ago

Salary

$130K - $160K / year

Bachelor Degree8 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Evaluate current-state compensation and benefits programs against future-state needs and recommend data-driven enhancements. • Own and evolve our compensation and benefits strategy in alignment with business priorities. • Conduct compensation market analyses across the organization to ensure competitive market pricing and internal equity, informing compensation and benefits decisions. • Partner with Talent Acquisition to benchmark roles and design competitive total rewards packages. • Lead the annual rewards cycle, including merit and promotion reviews, in close partnership with FP&A on budget modeling. • Serve as a subject matter expert and consultant to business leaders on the company's total rewards philosophy. • Lead annual benefits renewals and budget modeling to provide Finance with the accurate data needed for informed decision-making. • Own open enrollment strategy and execution, including communications, presentations, and employee support (office hours and enrollment sessions). • Manage benefits vendors and broker relationships, including evaluation and ongoing performance. • Design and launch a holistic wellness program that supports employee well-being, engagement, and retention. • Serve as a trusted partner to leadership and stakeholders across Finance, Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, and Newsroom leadership to ensure seamless experiences. • Facilitate presentations and training across total rewards, including annual open enrollment and rewards cycle, such as merit and promotion reviews. • Foster a collaborative culture that emphasizes innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. • Lead, coach, and develop one direct report while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture. • Leverage data, analytics, AI, and automation to improve and optimize total rewards processes, scalability, and tools. • Continuously assess processes and programs to identify opportunities to enhance total rewards initiatives and evolve the total rewards program. • Lead planning and execution for multiple total rewards initiatives, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery.

Job Requirements

  • 8+ years of compensation and benefits experience, specifically in digital media/news industry
  • Comprehensive knowledge of compensation and benefits plan design and administration
  • Experience with HRIS systems (e.g. Workday) and advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets (e.g. pivot tables, vlookup) for compensation and benefits budget modeling
  • Familiarity with compensation benchmarking surveys (e.g. Croners, Comp Analyst) and related compensation and benefits tools
  • Strong analytical and detail oriented approach ensuring accuracy in compensation and benefits data and reporting.
  • Understanding of monetary rewards and non-monetary recognition as methods to promote employee engagement and retention.
  • Strong project management skills, with experience delivering total rewards initiatives from concept to execution.
  • A collaborative, cross-functional mindset and the ability to influence leaders and navigate ambiguity.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
  • Experience managing benefits plans and have prior experience with self-funded benefit plans and broad vendor selection
  • Strategic, execution-oriented leader with high EQ and accountability, comfortable managing time-sensitive requests in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
  • Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
  • Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
  • One mental health day per quarter
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
  • Tele-mental health services through Headspace
  • OneMedical membership, including telehealth services
  • Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
  • Inclusive fertility, hormonal health, and family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
  • Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
  • Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
  • Virtual company-sponsored social events
  • A strong and positive work environment
  • A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture

Related Categories

Related Job Pages

More Director Jobs

Director

Mitsubishi Motors North America

Explore Mitsubishi Cars, Crossovers & Electric Cars. Build, Price, and Locate Today

Director11 days ago
Full TimeRemoteTeam 817Since 1982

This role involves leading the West Region for Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA), focusing on Sales Operations, Aftersales, and Dealer Development. Act as a mentor, subject-matter expert, and brand ambassador for Mitsubishi Motors. Develop and execute a regional plan aligned...

United States

Oncology Enablement Director – SEM Team Lead

Pfizer

Our purpose ensures that patients remain at the center of all we do. We live our purpose by sourcing the best science in the world; partnering with others in the healthcare system to improve access to our medicines; using digital technologies to enhance our drug discovery and development, as well as patient outcomes; and leading the conversation to advocate for pro-innovation/pro-patient policies.

Director11 days ago
Full TimeRemoteTeam 10,001+Since 1849H1B Sponsor

Oncology Enablement Director driving operational support for the Oncology sales organization

New York
$189.2K - $303.3K / year

Global Partner Program (Mid-Market) Director

Arrow Electronics

Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Director11 days ago
Full TimeRemoteTeam 10,001

The Director will define and maintain the multi-tier global partner program architecture, governing policies while curating benefits, incentives, and the financial model for mid-market partners. Key activities include launching enablement tracks, enhancing the digital portal with AI insights, and implementing growth programs focused on new logos and recurring revenue.

United States
$163K - $247K / year
Full TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000

This role leads the strategy, culture, and performance of the national field organization, setting the vision for in-store execution and driving operational excellence across all assigned regions. The director steers selling, merchandising, and distribution efforts while building and inspiring high-performing teams to ensure consumer interactions reflect brand quality and purpose.

United States
$178K - $280K / year