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Rewards Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Total Rewards Leader

Torrance, CA · On-site

$190K - $250K/yr

Director, Total Rewards Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing Location: Los Angeles, CA Work ... Benefits & wellbeing- manage health & welfare, retirement (401k), leave, and wellbeing programs ...

Manage annual compensation planning activities, including salary adjustments, incentive programs ... Requirements: * 7+ years of experience in total rewards, compensation, benefits, or human resources ...

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Total Rewards Leader

Torrance, CA · On-site

$190K - $250K/yr

Director, Total Rewards Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing Location: Los Angeles, CA Work ... Benefits & wellbeing- manage health & welfare, retirement (401k), leave, and wellbeing programs ...

Director, Enterprise Rewards

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$147K - $201K/yr

Serve as project manager for large, complex projects and/or lead multiple small-to-moderately ... Demonstrated knowledge of current rewards and talent management practices and trends, potentially ...

Manage end-to-end administration of statutory, company-provided, and personal leaves, including ... Compensation and Total Rewards Support: Maintain accurate compensation data, job records, and ...

Manage end-to-end administration of statutory, company-provided, and personal leaves, including ... Compensation and Total Rewards Support: Maintain accurate compensation data, job records, and ...

Compensation & Benefits Advisor

Boron, CA · On-site

$108K - $148K/yr

... Rewards Manager. This role supports the design, analysis, and administration of compensation and benefits programs across the U.S. workforce, while contributing to coordination of select ...

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How much do rewards manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for rewards manager in California is $80,607.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,300.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a rewards manager do?

A rewards manager oversees the design, implementation, and management of employee incentive programs, such as bonuses, recognition, and benefits, to motivate staff and improve performance. They analyze data, develop strategies aligned with company goals, and ensure programs comply with policies and regulations. Strong communication, analytical skills, and knowledge of compensation systems are essential for 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.

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 cities in California are hiring for Rewards Manager jobs? Cities in California with the most Rewards Manager job openings:
Infographic showing various Rewards Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,607 per year, or $38.8 per hour.

Manager, Rewards (Compensation & Benefits) - Americas

Adyen

San Francisco, CA

$250K - $320K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

This is Adyen

Adyen provides payments, data, and financial products in a single solution for customers like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft - making us the financial technology platform of choice. At Adyen, everything we do is engineered for ambition. 

For our teams, we create an environment with opportunities for our people to succeed, backed by the culture and support to ensure they are enabled to truly own their careers. We are motivated individuals who tackle unique technical challenges at scale and solve them as a team. Together, we deliver innovative and ethical solutions that help businesses achieve their ambitions faster.

Manager, Rewards (Americas Region)

Adyen is seeking a Manager, Rewards for the Americas Region (Brazil, Canada, Mexico and the United States) who is excited to join the Global People team to contribute to the growth and scale of the company. Our ideal candidate thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, is highly data-driven, analytical, takes ownership, works collaboratively and is not afraid to roll-up-their-sleeves to get work done. This role will be located in San Francisco, CA and report to the VP, Global Rewards.

This role will impact Adyen as a player coach, leading a team of compensation & benefits experts, and partner closely with HR, Recruiting, and Business Leadership teams to develop and implement compensation & benefits strategies, policies, and programs that attract and retain top talent with a focus on compensation. The successful candidate will provide strategic insights into our rewards design and structure, support global hiring efforts, and ensure our offerings remain equitable and competitive for our teams in the Americas Region.

What you will do

  • Work with key partners to implement strategic decisions, facilitate compensation & benefits design and inform key decisions for teams across the region.
  • Provide comprehensive support to HR and business leadership teams, including program design, administration, reporting, planning, budgeting, and specific analyses.
  • Co-create the year-end compensation process across multiple business areas from start to finish with peers on the Rewards team.
  • Support market compensation & benefits survey and benchmarking processes, analyze results, and use findings to drive innovation in compensation plans.
  • Partner with the Recruiting team and Hiring Leaders to develop competitive new hire offer packages and manage related data.
  • Collaborate with partners and stakeholders on project delivery, managing multiple work streams and competing priorities.
  • Contribute to the implementation and communication of compensation & benefits programs.
  • Work with large amounts of data and build mechanisms to streamline processes and balance risks.

Who you are

  • Minimum 7 years of experience in compensation and/or people analytics, preferred.
  • A builder - you embrace the science and art of compensation and apply both to creating something unique that is truly Adyen.
  • A player coach who develops and guides a high-performing team while successfully balancing strategic program design with hands-on execution.
  • An analytical thinker with high data literacy and ability to transform data into actionable guidance that supports the Adyen business.
  • Someone with knowledge of compensation & benefits principles, market trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices - you are comfortable looking around the corner at what is next.
  • An energetic, self-starter with the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities in a complex and fast-paced environment.
  • Someone with experience and comfort working with large, complex data sets.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to distill complex concepts into clear, actionable insights.
  • A collaborative, team-oriented professional with a proven track record of handling sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
  • Technology industry compensation experience required, Financial Technology experience preferred.

The annual base salary range for this role is $250,000 - $320,000 in San Francisco, plus RSUs; to learn more about our compensation philosophy, please click here.   

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments 

Our unique approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity of backgrounds and cultures is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business and technical challenges are unique, and we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. No matter who you are or where you're from, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen. 

Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, Adyen encourages you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to your application!

What's next?

Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. Learn more about our hiring process here. Don't be afraid to let us know if you need more flexibility.

Adyen is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

San Francisco 

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This role is based out of our San Francisco office. We are an office-first company and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles.