Director, Total Rewards

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Director Total Rewards to join our Compensation and Total Rewards team in Denver CO.

This is a hybrid position and it is open to all locations in the US where there is an AtkinsRealis office.

The Director of Total Rewards is a strategic leader responsible for designing and delivering compensation benefits and recognition programs that attract retain and engage top talent. This role plays a critical part in shaping the overall employee experience by ensuring that total rewards offerings are competitive inclusive and aligned with the companys culture and business strategy.

As part of a global team the Director will ensure US & LATAM programs and practices are aligned across regions compliant with local regulations and reflective of a unified global philosophy. This position requires a collaborative mindset and the ability to balance global consistency with local flexibility supporting the organizations diverse workforce while driving alignment with enterprise-wide objectives.

Your role

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive total rewards strategy for the US & LATAM regions that enhances the employee experience and supports business objectives.
  • Partner with senior leadership and HR colleagues to ensure rewards programs reinforce a high-performance employee-centric culture.
• Compensation:
  • Design and manage competitive compensation structures including base pay incentive plans and equity programs.
  • Lead annual compensation planning cycles ensuring transparency fairness and alignment with market benchmarks.
• Benefits:
  • Oversee the design administration and communication of employee benefits programs including health dental vision life insurance disability wellness initiatives and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Manage the companys 401(k) retirement plan including plan design compliance vendor relationships and employee education.
  • Continuously assess and enhance benefits offerings to meet the evolving needs of a diverse workforce.
• Employee Experience & Wellbeing:
  • Champion initiatives that improve the overall employee experience including wellbeing and financial wellness.
  • Lead the development and implementation of recognition and reward programs that celebrate employee contributions and foster engagement.
• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A):
  • Provide strategic and operational support for M&A activities including due diligence total rewards integration and harmonization of compensation and benefits programs.
• Compliance & Governance:
  • Ensure all total rewards programs comply with applicable laws and regulations including ERISA IRS and DOL requirements.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of compensation and benefits trends legislation and best practices.
• Team Leadership:
  • Lead mentor and develop a high-performing Total Rewards team.
  • Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.

About you

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) is a plus.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related discipline and 10 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in enhancing employee experience through total rewards strategies.
• Proven experience supporting M&A activities including due diligence and post-merger integration.
• Strong knowledge of compensation frameworks benefits design 401(k) and ESPP administration and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with HRIS and compensation tools (e.g. Workday Mercer WTW).
• Excellent analytical communication and stakeholder management skills.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis our valuesSafety Integrity Collaboration Innovation and Excellenceare more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture guide our decisions and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow succeed and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical dental vision company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting employee stock purchase plan Paid Time Off leaves of absences options flexible work options recognition and employee satisfaction programs employee assistance program and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

Were AtkinsRéalis a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people data and technology to transform the worlds infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners and clients and our global team of consultants designers engineers and project managers we can change the world. Were committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compnesation range is between $175000 - $220000 annually depending on skills experience and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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