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Rio Tinto

Total Rewards Manager

Burbank, CA · On-site

$183K/yr

The Opportunity This isn't a traditional "business as usual" Total Rewards position. The foundations are already being established as part of the separation programme. Your role will be to take ...

Rincon Consultants, Inc

Total Rewards Manager

Ventura, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

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 ...

Rincon Consultants, Inc

Total Rewards Manager

Ventura, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

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 ...

Aon Corporation

Director, Enterprise Rewards

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$147K - $201K/yr

Aon is looking for a Director, Enterprise Rewards Consulting - New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Boston, Open to Virtual Rewards & Career Advisory, a unit of Aon's Human Capital Solutions practice ...

Rio Tinto

Manager, Total Rewards

Boron, CA · On-site

$146K - $201K/yr

Total Rewards Manager - U.S. & International Oversight * Join a leader in mining & metals organization offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunities * United States ...

SF Demo - Rio Tinto

Manager, Total Rewards

Boron, CA · On-site

$146K - $201K/yr

Total Rewards Manager - U.S. & International Oversight * Join a leader in mining & metals organization offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunities * United States ...

Decagon

Total Rewards Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $260K/yr

About the Role Decagon is looking to hire our first Total Rewards leader to build and own the foundation of how we attract, reward, and retain world-class talent as we scale. This is a high-impact ...

Databricks Inc.

Director, Total Rewards

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$174.50 - $299.85/hr

Reporting to the VP, Total Rewards, this role is responsible for building and delivering best-in-class compensation programs that help attract, retain, and motivate world‑class talent across ...

Travere

Senior Total Rewards Analyst

San Diego, CA

$88K - $114K/yr

The Senior Total Rewards Analyst supports the design, administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of Travere's total rewards programs, including compensation, benefits, wellness, leave of ...

Mattel

Head of Total Rewards

El Segundo, CA

$133K - $182K/yr

You'll help build a rewards strategy that reflects where our business is headed--not where it has been. The Opportunity: Mattel is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking executive to serve as ...

Mattel

Head of Total Rewards

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$133K - $182K/yr

You'll help build a rewards strategy that reflects where our business is headed-not where it has been. The Opportunity: Mattel is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking executive to serve as ...

Hunt

Total Rewards Director (Onsite)

San Jose, CA · On-site

$185 - $220/hr

The Total Rewards Director is a strategic leader responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization's Americas total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, and ...

Eightfold.ai

Head of Total Rewards

Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1

$146K - $200K/yr

Global Head of Total Rewards About Eightfold Eightfold is building the world's most advanced Talent Intelligence Platform, powered by agentic AI. We help organizations hire, retain, and grow talent ...

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As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for rewards in California is $72,233.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,700.00 and $83,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Rewards vs Compensation?

AspectRewardsCompensation
DefinitionBroader term including salary, benefits, recognition, and incentivesFinancial payment for work performed, such as salary or wages
FocusEmployee motivation and engagementFinancial remuneration
ComponentsSalary, bonuses, benefits, recognition programsBase salary, wages, bonuses
Usage in industryHR strategies to enhance employee satisfactionPayroll and salary administration

While both Rewards and Compensation relate to employee remuneration, Rewards encompass a wider range of incentives including benefits and recognition, aimed at motivating employees. Compensation specifically refers to the direct financial payments for work. Understanding this distinction helps organizations develop comprehensive employee engagement strategies.

What are rewards professionals?

Rewards professionals are human resources specialists who design, implement, and manage compensation and benefits programs within organizations. Their job is to ensure that salary, bonuses, incentives, and benefits packages are competitive, fair, and aligned with company goals. They often conduct market research, analyze pay structures, and advise on best practices to attract and retain talent. Rewards professionals also ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations while supporting employee motivation and satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Rewards Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rewards Specialist, you need a solid understanding of compensation and benefits structures, data analysis, and HR principles, often supported by a degree in human resources or business. Familiarity with HRIS systems, compensation benchmarking tools, and possibly certifications like CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are critical soft skills for success in this role. These skills ensure competitive, fair, and compliant rewards programs that help attract, motivate, and retain top talent within an organization.

How does a Rewards professional typically collaborate with other departments to develop effective employee incentive programs?

Rewards professionals often work closely with HR, finance, and department managers to design and implement incentive programs that align with business goals and employee needs. This collaboration includes gathering feedback, analyzing compensation data, and ensuring programs are both competitive and compliant with regulations. Teamwork is essential, as Rewards specialists must balance budget constraints, industry best practices, and employee expectations to create programs that support talent attraction and retention.
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Total Rewards Manager

Total Rewards Manager

Rio Tinto

Burbank, CA • On-site

$183K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Rio Tinto rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 39 rated mining

Job description

Round-Peg Solutions is proud to be partnering with U.S. Borax (Rio Tinto) on a key appointment supporting one of the most exciting business transformations currently underway in North America.


This is a rare opportunity to join the organisation during a significant separation from Rio Tinto, taking ownership of Total Rewards across a U.S. workforce of approximately 950 employees while providing oversight and coordination for international locations. If you're looking for a role where you'll genuinely influence strategy, improve programmes and help shape the future of a growing standalone business, we'd love to hear from you!


The Opportunity


This isn't a traditional "business as usual" Total Rewards position.


The foundations are already being established as part of the separation programme. Your role will be to take ownership of those programmes, support the final stages of implementation where required, stabilise operations and then drive continuous improvement across benefits and compensation.


You'll act as the subject matter expert for U.S. benefits while working closely with senior leadership, external vendors and international stakeholders to ensure programmes remain competitive, compliant and aligned with business objectives.


Alongside benefits, you'll oversee compensation activities through a dedicated Compensation & Benefits Advisor, ensuring salary structures, benchmarking, annual merit reviews and incentive programmes continue to support the business.


Key Responsibilities for the Total Rewards Manager:

  • Lead the design, governance and delivery of U.S. benefits programmes.
  • Oversee health, welfare, retirement, leave and wellbeing programmes.
  • Manage relationships with external brokers, insurers and benefits providers.
  • Provide oversight of international benefits across Europe and Asia.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives, vendor transitions and programme optimisation.
  • Oversee compensation governance including salary structures, benchmarking, merit reviews and incentive programmes.
  • Support union benefit strategy through analysis, modelling and recommendations.
  • Partner closely with HR, Finance, Legal and senior leadership and bult your own team!


What We're Looking For in the Total Rewards Manager:


  • We're looking for an experienced Benefits or Total Rewards professional who has built a career managing complex U.S. employee benefit programmes.
  • Multi-state benefits administration.
  • Experience supporting both union and non-union employee populations.
  • Exposure to retirement programmes including 401(k), defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
  • Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA and benefits compliance.
  • Experience managing multiple external vendors and brokers and exposure to international benefits is highly desirable.
  • Experience leading significant change projects such as vendor transitions, programme redesigns or major benefits implementations. Carve-out experience isn't essential, but candidates who have successfully led transformation, major benefits projects or organisational change will be particularly well suited.
  • Just as importantly, we're looking for someone seeking long-term stability who wants to make a lasting impact during an exciting period of change.


You'll have the chance to:

Play a key role in a major business transformation. Shape the future Total Rewards strategy of a standalone organisation. Work alongside experienced global leaders. Influence programmes across multiple countries. Join a business committed to long-term investment and employee wellbeing.


Location:

  • Burbank, California, (Hybrid)
  • Minimum two days per week in the office.
  • Occasional travel to Boron and other locations as required (minimal)


Salary:

  • Up to $183,000 base salary 20% annual bonus Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Excellent long-term career opportunities


Apply today or contact Round-Peg Solutions or further information. Interviews will all take place before the end of July 2026.

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