Compensation and Benefits Director jobs in California

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is a premier provider of workforce management solutions, dedicated to linking skilled professionals with fulfilling career opportunities. We are proud to partner with a privately owned and operated renowned restaurant organization. Their Human Resources team has an excellent opportunity for a Head of Total Rewards, located in the Irvine, CA, office.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the VP of HR, the Head of Total Rewards will play a pivotal role in shaping the Company's comprehensive Total Rewards strategy. With a focus on Compensation, Benefits, Recognition, and Wellness, this individual will lead initiatives aimed at attracting and retaining top-tier talent in a competitive market environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of benefits & compensation professionals.
• Develop and execute strategies for benefits & compensation programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry trends.
• Conduct annual reviews of compensation and benefits programs, making recommendations to executive leadership.
• Manage the analysis of job, wage, and salary surveys, competitive compensation rates, and the design of compensation packages.
• Supervise benefits program design, compliance, communications, and administration.
• Collaborate with HR leadership to design and implement recognition programs for high-performing Associates.
• Manage comprehensive relocation processes and ensure quality service for individual and group moves.
• Lead the development and management of workplace wellness programs.

Work Schedule and Benefits:

• Full-time position, Exempt
• Office Hours in Irvine, CA: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m
• Department needs will call for occasional overtime
• Excellent Benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans, and Pet Insurance
• Salary Pay Range: $200,000 - $260,000
• Eligible for Company bonus program

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. CCP certification preferred.
• 8 years of progressive experience in Compensation and Benefits, with 6 years of leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to strategically evaluate, plan, design, and execute compensation and benefit initiatives.
• Experience with enterprise HR data systems; familiarity with Oracle preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software and tools, including advanced Excel.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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