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Bigelow LLC

Total Rewards Manager

Fairfield, CT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Total Rewards Manager Bigelow Tea is the number one specialty tea company in the United States. We are a family owned and operated business and a Certified B Corporation. Being a certified B Corp ...

Bigelow Tea

Total Rewards Manager

Fairfield, CT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Total Rewards Manager Bigelow Tea is the number one specialty tea company in the United States. We are a family owned and operated business and a Certified B Corporation. Being a certified B Corp ...

Accupac

Total Rewards Manager

Harleysville, PA · On-site

$76K - $103K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for the design, administration, and continuous improvement of the organization's compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs. This role ensures that ...

Accupac

Total Rewards Manager

Harleysville, PA · Remote

$81K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for the design, administration, and continuous improvement of the organization's compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs. This role ensures that ...

Lake Trust Credit Union

Total Rewards Manager

Brighton, MI · On-site

$76K - $103K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Total Rewards Manager More Than A Job! Why do you work each day? To us, our jobs are not just something we do to makea living, it's a way to live. We work to support our members; whethercelebrating ...

AllerVie Health

Total Rewards Manager

Frisco, TX · Hybrid

$74K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Total Rewards Manager, Full-time, Frisco, TX Why AllerVie Health? Millions of people live with allergies, asthma, and complex immunological conditions that quietly disrupt their daily lives - from ...

AllerVie Health

Total Rewards Manager

Frisco, TX · On-site

$74K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Total Rewards Manager, Full-time, Frisco, TX Why AllerVie Health? Millions of people live with allergies, asthma, and complex immunological conditions that quietly disrupt their daily lives - from ...

SCOT FORGE

Total Rewards Manager

Spring Grove, IL · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for leading the HR Department in aligning business objectives with the competitive company benefits, compensation, and rewards. This position will seek to ...

Tt

Total Rewards Manager

Miami, FL

$150K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Your Role Thornton Tomasetti is seeking a strategic and experienced Total Rewards Manager to lead the design, governance, and execution of the company's compensation, benefits, and leave ...

Rincon Consultants, Inc

Total Rewards Manager

Ventura, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

About The Role Rincon Consultants is seeking a Total Rewards Manager to lead the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of our compensation and benefits programs. This role is both strategic and ...

Janicki Industries

Total Rewards Manager

Sedro Woolley, WA · On-site

$81K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are looking for a Total Rewards Manager for our growing team. This position is hybrid in Sedro-Woolley, Washington. DEPARTMENT SUMMARY The Total Rewards Manager leads the company's benefits ...

Nuro

Total Rewards Manager

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$160K - $240K/yr

About the Role Nuro is seeking a talented Total Rewards Manager to shape our compensation and benefits strategy. This role is essential to designing competitive, equitable, and scalable reward ...

Nuro

Total Rewards Manager

Mountain View, CA

$160K - $240K/yr

About the Role Nuro is seeking a talented Total Rewards Manager to shape our compensation and benefits strategy. This role is essential to designing competitive, equitable, and scalable reward ...

Pacifica Continental

Total Rewards Manager

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$76K - $102K/yr

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT Total Rewards Manager will design, implement, and maintain a market-competitive, comprehensive compensation, health and welfare strategy that will enhance the ...

San Juan Regional Medical Center

Total Rewards Manager

Farmington, NM · On-site

$70K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Total Rewards Manager provides program management and operational leadership across Total Rewards initiatives, with a primary focus on payroll alignment, compliance, system governance, and cross ...

Enterprise Electrical

Total Rewards Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$75K - $102K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Total Rewards Manager will lead the design, development, administration, and continuous improvement of Enterprise Electrical's compensation and benefits programs. Reporting to the Vice President ...

Enterprise Electrical

Total Rewards Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$75K - $102K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Total Rewards Manager will lead the design, development, administration, and continuous improvement of Enterprise Electrical's compensation and benefits programs. Reporting to the Vice President ...

SIXT

Total Rewards Manager

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site +1

$75K - $102K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Company Description As a Total Rewards Manager, you will own and continuously develop SIXT's total rewards strategy to attract, motivate, and retain top talent. A key part of your role is to create ...

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How much do rewards manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for rewards manager in the United States is $81,677.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Rewards Manager vs Compensation Analyst?

CriteriaRewards ManagerCompensation Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's degree, certifications like CCP or CBP often preferredBachelor's degree, certifications like CCP or CBP often preferred
Work EnvironmentOversees reward strategies, manages teams, collaborates with HR and financeAnalyzes compensation data, conducts market research, supports pay structure development
Industry UsageUsed across industries to develop reward programs and policiesCommonly used in HR departments for salary analysis and benchmarking

While both roles focus on employee compensation, the Rewards Manager develops overall reward strategies and manages teams, whereas the Compensation Analyst specializes in analyzing pay data and market trends to inform salary structures.

What does a rewards manager do?

A rewards manager oversees the design, implementation, and management of employee incentive programs to motivate performance and retain talent. They analyze compensation data, develop reward strategies, and ensure programs align with company goals, often using HR software and data analysis tools. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

What is the average salary for a rewards manager?

The average salary for a rewards manager typically ranges from $70,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience, industry, and location. Rewards managers often require strong analytical skills and knowledge of compensation strategies to design effective incentive programs.

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Total Rewards Manager

Bigelow LLC

Fairfield, CT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Total Rewards Manager
Bigelow Tea is the number one specialty tea company in the United States. We are a family owned and operated business and a Certified B Corporation. Being a certified B Corp officially recognizes a commitment that has been part of the company's DNA since it was founded over 80 years ago. Our purpose has always been about much more than making profits. We are committed to good citizenship, ethical business practices, accountability, transparency, protecting the environment, sustainability and supporting our communities. We pride ourselves in caring about each and every one of our employees. We have a long-term outlook and are constantly working to create an environment that inspires people to make positive contributions every day. Bigelow is currently looking for a select, talented individual, that shares our values, to join our growing team.
Position Summary
Located in our Corporate Office in Fairfield, CT, the Total Rewards Manager is responsible for the design, administration, and continuous improvement of the Company's compensation, benefits, wellness, recognition, and employee engagement programs. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all aspects of Total Rewards while ensuring programs support the Company's business objectives, family-owned culture, and employee value proposition.
As a key member of the HR team, the Total Rewards Manager partners closely with executive leadership, including the VP of Human Resources, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Executive Officer, to develop competitive and cost-effective compensation and benefits strategies. The role also oversees employee wellness initiatives, recognition programs, and company-wide events that reinforce employee engagement and organizational culture.
The Total Rewards Manager directly supervises one Senior Total Rewards Analyst and manages relationships with external vendors, including the Company's benefits broker and benefit plan partners.
Key Responsibilities
Compensation Strategy & Administration
  • Develop, implement, and maintain compensation programs that support business goals and attract, retain, and motivate employees.
  • Lead annual compensation planning processes, including merit increases, market adjustments, incentive programs, and salary structure reviews.
  • Conduct market pricing and compensation benchmarking to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.
  • Partner with business leaders and HR colleagues on job evaluations, organizational design, pay recommendations, and career framework development.
  • Partner with Payroll on leave administration to ensure accurate and timely payments for employees
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation-related regulations.
  • Analyze compensation data and trends to provide recommendations to senior leadership.

Benefits Strategy & Administration
  • Manage the Company's self-insured health and welfare benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, LTD and voluntary benefits.
  • Serve as the primary relationship manager with the Company's benefits broker, third-party administrators, stop-loss carriers, consultants, and other benefit vendors.
  • Lead annual benefits strategy development, renewal processes, plan design evaluations, and open enrollment activities including communication and education.
  • Monitor healthcare utilization, claims trends, and plan performance to identify opportunities for cost containment and program enhancement.
  • Oversees COBRA administration.
  • Administers retiree benefits including communication and collection of Medicare Supplemental Insurance premium.
  • Sources and maintains relationship with EAP provider.
  • Administers company's leave programs including FMLA, CT Paid FMLA, LTD, WC, Bigelow PTO and short-term disability.
  • Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and other applicable regulations.
  • Partner with finance and executive leadership to develop benefits budgets and forecasts.

Wellness & Employee Well-Being
  • Design, implement, and evaluate employee wellness and well-being programs that support employee health, engagement, and productivity.
  • Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to increase participation and awareness of wellness offerings.
  • Monitor wellness program effectiveness and recommend enhancements based on employee feedback and program outcomes.

Employee Recognition & Company Programs
  • Lead administration of employee recognition programs, including the Company's Service Anniversary Program and other recognition initiatives.
  • Coordinate and oversee major company-sponsored events, including:
    • Tea Pot Dinner
    • Annual Holiday Party
    • Summer Picnic
    • Employee appreciation and recognition events
  • Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure programs reinforce company culture and values.

Analytics & Reporting
  • Develop and maintain Total Rewards dashboards, metrics, and reporting.
  • Analyze compensation, benefits, wellness, and engagement data to support decision-making.
  • Prepare presentations and recommendations for executive leadership.
  • Utilize data and market intelligence to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Leadership & Team Development
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and development for the Senior HR & Total Rewards Analyst.
  • Establish priorities and ensure timely execution of departmental objectives.
  • Foster a collaborative, customer-focused, and service-oriented approach within the Total Rewards function.

Strategic Partnership
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the VP of Human Resources, CFO, CEO, and business leaders on Total Rewards matters.
  • Collaborate with Finance, Payroll, HR, and operational leaders across all locations to ensure alignment of compensation and benefits strategies.
  • Participate in HR and business initiatives that support organizational growth and workforce planning.

Qualifications
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required.
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits, or Total Rewards.
  • Experience managing compensation and benefits programs in a multi-state organization.
  • Experience with UKG or similar HRIS platform.
  • Previous people leadership experience preferred.
  • Experience partnering with executive leadership teams.
  • Three years experience administering state and federal leave

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong knowledge of compensation design, salary administration, and market pricing methodologies.
  • Deep understanding of employee benefits, healthcare funding, and self-insured plan administration.
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state employment and benefits regulations.
  • Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior leaders.
  • Proficiency in HRIS systems, Excel, and data analytics tools.
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a lean, fast-paced environment.

Work Environment
This position supports approximately 500 employees across multiple locations in Connecticut, Kentucky, South Carolina, and Idaho. Occasional travel to company locations and employee events may be required (10-15%).
Success Profile
The ideal candidate is a strategic and analytical Total Rewards leader who enjoys building programs that enhance employee experience while maintaining financial discipline. They are equally comfortable discussing healthcare trends with brokers, presenting compensation recommendations to executives, coaching team members, and coordinating employee events that strengthen the Company's family-oriented culture.
Bigelow Tea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bigelow Tea does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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About Bigelow

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Industry

Investment banking and securities dealing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Portsmouth, NH, US

Year founded

1935

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