As the Head of Total Rewards, you will be pivotal in developing and executing our compensation and benefits strategy to drive the company's growth and success. You will lead a team of compensation and benefits experts and collaborate with senior leadership to create and oversee competitive total rewards programs designed to attract, retain, and motivate top talent.

You will:

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  Develop and implement a holistic total rewards strategy that aligns with the company's goals and values, ensuring it effectively supports our scale and growth ambitions.
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  Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of competitive compensation programs, encompassing base pay, variable pay, equity incentives, and executive compensation.
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  Oversee the administration and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and additional perks, ensuring they effectively address the diverse needs of our workforce.
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  Work closely with HR teams to adapt and expand total rewards programs as the company grows into new regions, ensuring alignment with local regulations and market practices.
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  Leverage data analytics and benchmarking to make informed decisions regarding compensation and benefits, ensuring programs are regularly reviewed and adjusted to maintain competitiveness.
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  Ensure all compensation and benefits programs comply with applicable laws and regulations, while maintaining robust governance practices.
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  Collaborate with recruitment teams to craft attractive compensation packages that draw top talent, and work with HR to develop effective retention strategies.
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  Create communication strategies to inform employees about the value of their total rewards and offer guidance on making informed benefit choices.
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  Oversee relationships with external vendors, consultants, and benefit providers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
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  Lead, mentor, and develop a team of compensation and benefits professionals, fostering their growth and ensuring they are equipped to meet organizational goals.

Ideally, you’d have:

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  Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP) preferred.
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  Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with a proven track record of success in scaling organizations.
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  Deep understanding of global compensation and benefits practices, regulations, and market trends.
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  Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data effectively to drive decision-making.
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  Outstanding leadership and team management skills.
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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders and employees.
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  Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Compensation packages at Refonte for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, based on work location and various factors such as job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Eligible Refonte employees also receive equity-based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can provide specific salary range details for your preferred location during the hiring process and confirm equity grant eligibility. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may qualify for further benefits such as a commuter stipend.

Please refer to the job posting's subtitle to find the location of this position. For pay transparency, the base salary range for this full-time position in San Francisco, New York, and Seattle is $132,000—$158,400 USD.

About Us:

At Refonte, we believe that the shift from traditional software to AI is one of the most significant changes of our era. Our mission is to accelerate this transition across all industries, and our team is revolutionizing how organizations build and deploy AI. Our products drive the world's most advanced LLMs, generative models, and computer vision systems. We are trusted by leading generative AI companies like OpenAI, Meta, and Microsoft, as well as government agencies such as the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, and major enterprises including GM and Accenture. We are expanding our team to expedite the development of AI applications.

We believe that everyone should be able to be their authentic selves at work, which is why we are proud to be an affirmative action employer and an inclusive, equal opportunity workplace. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity, or veteran status.

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