Total Rewards Manager

4+ years of experience in total rewards, compensation, or HR operations, ideally in a fast-paced SaaS or tech environment Fluent in compensation and benefits fundamentals, including benchmarking, annual reviews, and open enrollment Experience with managing relationships with external vendors (e.g., Benepass, ADP, benefits brokers) Comfortable with data analysis to identify trends, assess equity, and provide actionable recommendations Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through Clear and empathetic communicator who can translate technical or policy information into approachable language Proactive and collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and scalability Maintains confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive employee or company information Passionate about building equitable, transparent, and values-driven total rewards programs

Own and manage compensation programs, including salary benchmarking, job leveling, and annual review cycles Maintain and update compensation data and ensure alignment with internal equity, philosophy, and market competitiveness Partner with Talent Management leadership to evolve and communicate Muck Rack’s compensation philosophy Support annual performance and promotion cycles, coordinating timelines, documentation, and communication across stakeholders Oversee benefits administration for all employees, including open enrollment, compliance reporting, and vendor management Serve as the point of contact for benefits troubleshooting and employee support, including relationship management with vendors such as Benepass and Nectar Manage leave programs (parental, medical, and other statutory leaves), ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements Maintain accurate documentation and compliance across all benefits and compensation programs, partnering with Legal, Finance and Payroll as needed Lead or support compensation benchmarking efforts using data and tools to ensure fair and competitive pay structures Assist with total rewards analytics and reporting, including benefits utilization, compensation trends, and program participation Partner with the Talent Management team to ideate and implement new benefits programs that enhance engagement and retention Support ongoing communication and education around total rewards programs, ensuring employees understand and value their full rewards package