Principal Technology Recruiter - Remote, TX
Avantax

Job Summary:

The Manager, Equity Programs & Non-Qualified Compensation Plans will primarily support the Legal department in the areas of communication, analysis, regulatory compliance, and administration of the equity plans, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and non-qualified compensation plans.

Job Duties:

The major responsibilities of the position are listed below. To perform the job successfully, the individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ensure effective and efficient administration of the Company's equity program, which includes (but is not limited to) assisting with equity agreement design, creating award agreement packages, establishing employee accounts, granting of awards through off-line and online systems, and processing the vesting and exercise of such awards within the stock administration system.
• Accountable for Section 16 Regulatory Filings, including owning and maintaining the filing schedule.
• Prepare Section 16 Filings for legal review.
• File Section 16 forms on a timely basis.
• Accountable for maintaining SEC filing credentials.
• Ensure effective and efficient administration of the Company’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which includes (but is not limited to) leading the semi-annual enrollment process including training employees regarding the plan features, processing plan purchases, and working with the stock vendor to manage annual 3922 filings.
• Function as the point of contact for all ESPP-related questions.
• Ensure effective and efficient administration of the Company’s three deferred compensation plans, which include (but are not limited to) annual identification and approval of eligible participants, annual plan enrollment process, and processing contributions for the Director and Executive Programs.
• Accountable for oversight of the plans, answering questions related to the plan, processing contributions, etc., and working with executives, non-employee directors, as well as independent Financial Professionals.
• Work closely with the company’s transfer agent ensuring DWACs are processed timely and accurately.
• Maintain communication with outside broker service providers to ensure transfers, transactions, etc., are performed within Company trading windows.
• Work internally with payroll. Provide regular reports for correct tax reporting of dispositions, stock exercises, and vested stock award releases.
• Confirm reports are provided by payroll to track year-to-date earnings.
• Obtain year-end reports from payroll showing YTD numbers for dispositions, exercises, and vested awards and reconcile against E*TRADE (third-party administrator).
• Interact with legal counsel (both internal and outside counsel) to ensure all plans are compliant and administration of the plans is performed accurately and effectively.
• Work with accounting to ensure effective and accurate administration and reporting of the stock programs.
• Assume responsibility for data integrity in E*TRADE (third-party administrator) including annual updating of tax tables, processing terminations, loading records for new participants, updating addresses, and updating tax entities.
• Prepare and maintain employee blackout lists for the quarterly and special trading blackouts.
• Ensure trading windows and permissions are blocked and/or unblocked in E*TRADE (third-party administrator) promptly.
• Assist in the development of plan communication materials and the delivery of such materials to support an employee's understanding of equity awards, ESPP, and non-qualified plans.
• Implement best practices with effective SOX controls and champion the creation and maintenance of efficient, accurate, and timely processing of equity award data.
• Perform routine analysis and reconciliations to support accounting and ensure the stock plan is in balance at all times.
• Maintain supporting documents for internal/external SOX auditors and respond accurately, thoroughly, and respond timely to data requests and information.
• Maintain equity usage models and Equity Committee award activity and balances.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• Senior-level stock plan administrator with 5-7 years of experience with stock plan administration.
• Working knowledge of stock-based accounting.
• Experience administering non-qualified deferred compensation plans.
• Prior benefits and/or compensation analyst experience is a plus.
• Experience with automating data flows within the stock admin system is a plus.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and internal/external business partners.
• Experience using E*TRADE or other major third-party equity software systems.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities and demonstrated excellent Excel skills.
• Compliance and process-oriented, but flexible in an often fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills.
• A demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:
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Vice President, Equity Compensation - Dallas, TX
Goldman Sachs

Job Summary:

As a division, HCM is at the forefront of supporting business growth and change at Goldman Sachs by recruiting, developing, and rewarding the people of Goldman Sachs. Our teams advise, design, and implement strategies, processes, and technologies that help our people advance professionally, drive productivity, and help the firm and our clients achieve superior results.

As part of the Compensation function, the Equity Compensation team’s primary responsibility is supporting the firm’s global equity plan design and ongoing administration. The team is routinely tasked with leading initiatives to solve the operational aspects of the firm’s intricate equity compensation processes including related regulatory and service delivery challenges. This function requires liaising with other departments such as Controllers, Private Wealth Management, Legal, and Tax and will also involve providing support to other HCM functions, including Firmwide Compensation, Executive Compensation, Employee Relations, and HCM Business Partners.

Job Duties:

• Manage certain stages of the global equity plan lifecycle, including the grant of annual and off-cycle awards and participate in other areas including monthly/annual reporting and data reconciliation
• Assist in the review of global financial, regulatory, legal and tax considerations associated with equity plans and resulting design changes
• Support the preparation and distribution of materials for meetings of the Stock Incentive Plan Committee
• Assist in the planning and analysis related to Goldman Sachs acquisitions and the impact on Equity Compensation
• Participate in equity compensation system administration and setup, prioritization of system fixes and enhancements, testing, communications, training, and support; partner with external vendors on related projects
• Partner with stakeholders, including Engineering, to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, minimize risk and streamline processes
• Work closely with team members and stakeholders to foster professional growth and career development

Education & Experience:

• Approximately 7+ years of relevant experience; knowledge of equity compensation or Certified Equity Professional (CEP) certification preferred but not required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to succinctly summarize issues and assess impact
• Ability to manage multiple, time-sensitive projects while focusing on the quality of work delivered to clients
• Demonstrated client service focus and ability to build teams successfully
• Thinks multiple steps ahead; prepares for potential problems and escalates issues when appropriate
• Ability to work with Excel on a day to day basis, strong preference for individuals comfortable using vlookups, pivot tables and other analytical tools
• Demonstrate knowledge of using PowerPoint to design management-level presentations, presenting results that tell a clear and compelling financial story
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy
• Commitment to excellence and a high level of integrity

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:
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AVP Head of Compensation - Addison, TX
National Life Group

Job Summary:

The Head of Compensation will be an influential leader with energy, and a creative & strategic mindset; they will successfully lead National Life Group’s compensation team in developing strong executive and board-based compensation to attract, engage, and retain top talent needed to power our business strategies. The role reports into the Chief People Officer and will liaise directly with members of the Executive Leadership Team and NLG’s Board level Compensation Committee, ensuring that all compensation programs are aligned with the overall business goals and objectives.

Job Duties:

• Create and implement enterprise-wide strategies around total compensation, fostering best practices and driving operational excellence
• Develop and determine effectiveness of compensation plans in recruiting, motivating, and retaining top talent and driving employee engagement
• Identify and respond to trends in compensation packages through review and analysis of competitive intelligence – ensuring that all reward programs are equitable, competitive, inclusive, sustainable, scalable and have a positive impact on the short and long-term performance of the organization
• Promote an internal appreciation for the business value of strategic compensation---while enhancing the basic rewards structure to ensure a well-defined framework is in place
• In partnership with the head of benefits, oversee the effective communication of total compensation as one component of a total rewards package to achieve employee awareness, understanding, utilization and appreciation of all programs offered (compensation and benefits)
• Coaching and communicating a total rewards culture by partnering closely with stakeholders (head of benefits) and key business leaders, acting as a change agent to move the organization forward
• In partnership with the Chief People Officer, work with external consultants to the Compensation Committee on the design and implementation of Executive Compensation programs; develop agenda, prepare materials and presentations for all meetings
• Partner with HR leadership to bring forward new HR analytics reflective of industry trends, bringing light to new meaningful ways in which to represent HR data specific to compensation and benefits – creating strategies that are aligned with our vision, cost effective and consistent with market trends
• Build and effectively lead an exceptional compensation team; ensure that they are technically strong, possess a high level of business acumen, are effective partners and capable of delivering results on time and at quality to support organizational goals

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred), preferably in Business or Finance
• 7-10 years of diverse Total Compensation experience or consulting environment designing company-wide compensation plans ensuring correlation with business strategy
• Experience in the development/enhancement and implementation of sales and investment compensation strategies
• CCP preferred
• Strong business acumen; a solid understanding of the financial, legal and tax implications of the various compensation and benefits alternatives
• Demonstrated agile experience and advanced project management skills
• Ability to quickly prioritize competing tasks
• Demonstrated ability to deliver flexible, creative rewards strategies that link directly to operating objectives, as well as proven ability to manage the communication strategies that reinforce compensation and benefits messages
• A history of successful interaction and influence with all levels of stakeholders including the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors, Chief Financial Officer, Tax Department and other Senior Executives

Preferred Education, Experience, or Skills:

• Customer centric mindset – effectively build relationships at every level of the business
• Culture of learning – supporting/encouraging continuous learning at the individual level---and the organization as a whole---in order to increase knowledge, competence, and performance
• Superior problem-solving mindset and skills
• A passion and proven record for managing and bringing visibility to data to solve complex business challenges
• Exceptional analytical, written, oral, and presentation skills with proven track record of delivering actionable insights succinctly
• High motivation and self-starter abilities with a strong sense of accountability and dedication to customer experience
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills; engages in detail when and where needed
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, on time and on budget
• Process efficiency and simplification mindset

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:
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Sr. Compensation Analyst - Dallas, TX
Methodist Health System

Job Summary:

In this highly technical, fast-paced, and rewarding position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best compensation practices to recognize and reward our employees who provide compassionate healthcare services to our patients. The Senior Compensation Analyst assists in the development, design and implementation of compensation programs, policies and practices to attract and retain talented staff for all Methodist Health System jobs.

Job Duties:

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; major in Business, Economics, Finance or Accounting preferred.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CPP) highly desired.
• 5 years' experience in compensation principles, practices and analysis.
• Healthcare experience highly desired.

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:
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Human Resources Reward Intern - Richardson, TX
Fujitsu Network Communications, Inc

Job Summary:

This internship is an ideal opportunity to develop your skills in a real world Human Resources environment. The position develops and performs in-depth review, analysis, and interpretation of various forms of Total Reward (primarily compensation and benefits data) to identify trends, help resolve discrepancies and improve the quality of data and management information. This role will work with confidential data to provide ongoing support to the Reward team, HR Business Partners and the business.

Job Duties:

• Collaborate with the Compensation team to review and update company job codes, job leveling and market benchmarks for US and Canada
• Assist with special project related to job leveling/career framework for US and Canada
• Participate in compensation surveys for US and Canada
• Perform market pricing for any adhoc requests for US and Canada
• Work on other assignments and projects related to Benefits and Retirement as needed.
• Assist with day to day request fo the recognition program. Assist with the quarterly report for the recognition program.

Education & Experience:

• Incoming college Junior, Senior or Graduate student
• Strong desire to gain experience in Human Resources with a focus in Total Reward (Compensation, Benefits and Retirement)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to work on a team
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:
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Director of Executive Compensation - Dallas, TX
Client of Unity Search

Job Summary:

Unity Search has partnered with a Global/Fortune 500 publicly traded company with a state of the art, campus style environment is seeking a Director of Executive Compensation. Headquartered right here in DFW, our client has tons of amenities making it one of the top places to work!

Job Duties:

• Manage LTI administration with multiple types of complex LTI, (Long Term Incentive).
• Manage annual bonuses including calculations and accruals.
• Manage annual global executive salary planning process.
• Manage internal and external audit processes of executive compensation.
• Manage executive job pricing, salary structures, and job architecture.
• Develop communication tools to help expand understanding of executive compensation programs including LTI.
• Subject matter expertise in executive compensation; including related governance and accounting implications, compiling information for annual Proxy statements and relevant filings, and experience in LTI administration.
• The ability to manage Equity Administration is vital to this role. Individual needs a strong understanding of tax laws around equity, accounting rules around LTI vehicles, and SEC rules on proxy compensation disclosures.

Education & Experience:

• 10+ years in a compensation management role specific to equity and stock management within a large, global firm.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting/Math or Finance is required. An MBA is a huge plus.
• A CCP or CEP certification is a big plus.
• Experience working with SAP, Oracle, SuccessFactors, and/or BAML LTI System.
• The ideal candidate will possess strong analytics and precision, along with a process improvement mindset.
• Hands-on with excel modelling calculations as this role will have their own deliverables.

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:
Please send a resume to aevans@unitysearch.com

Compensation Business Partner - Richardson, TX 
Fujitsu Network Communications

Job Summary:

Key role in providing both strategic and tactical support for total rewards management and administration. This includes providing insight on compensation trends and providing expertise relative to the development of business specific programs that have significant implications. Lead the design, implementation, communication and administration of competitive compensation programs, that align with the business strategy, goals and objectives of FNC. The role reports to the Head of Reward, Americas and requires an individual who is analytical, keenly focused on maintaining efficient processes, and an experienced project manager who can work across functions to execute key compensation change initiatives.

Job Duties:

• Manage the year-end pay review increase and incentive payment cycle. Partner with HR, communications and systems colleagues to deliver processes to the HR community and the business
• Evaluate and recommend changes to increase the effectiveness and competitive positioning of compensation practices, including base salary and annual bonus/incentive programs
• Organize and oversee market total rewards analysis including participation in salary surveys, job evaluation, and analysis presentation
• Help develop and reinforce total rewards philosophy across organization
• Coordinate and contribute to incentive re-design processes
• Deliver total rewards and compensation analysis providing insight and analysis on trends to drive more informed HR/business decisions; explain pay differences found and partner with other team members on approach to address concerns
• Prepare analyses and presentations for leadership
• Design and prepare ad hoc total rewards, compensation and budget related reports for management
• Maintain global compensation job structures, providing HR Business Partners and line management with tools to support compensation decisions
• Oversee documentation of job descriptions and creation of roles/titles
• Provide expert knowledge to assist in the selection of third parties to provide best-of-breed HR solutions and services
• Assist in developing new or modified HR work methods, approaches, or procedures for delivering effective HR solutions to clients

Education & Experience:

• BA/BS degree in Business Administration, HR or related field required; MA/MS/MBA degree in Business Administration, HR or related field preferred
• 4+ years of progressive Total Rewards, Compensation and/or HR/Finance experience and/or HR Consulting experience
• Experience in incentive compensation program design and/or Reward integration resulting from M&A
• Experience in managing Sales and Non-Sales Incentive programs
• Ability to design, implement and execute effective Reward processes
• Technology experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience consulting with senior leaders and HR partners required. Strong consultative skills and the ability to build solid relationships with the management team, HR team, cross-functional internal partners and external providers/vendors
• Led as well as participated in projects requiring analytical review and critical thinking. Excellent project management skills
• Exceptional Analytical skills
• Has experience conducting research and participating in salary surveys on HR and vendor survey systems
• Experience in job evaluation and role frameworks
• Ability to work independently and be proactive in a high performance environment, possess a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Experience in designing Recognition programs preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel skills (Advanced Level)

Job Type:  Hybrid
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:

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Director of Compensation and HRIS - McKinney, TX

First United Bank

Job Summary:

The Director of Compensation and HR Information Systems will serve as an organizational leader responsible for the design of First United’s compensation philosophy, policies, and programs in support the Bank’s rapidly growing employee base. In addition, the role will oversee the development, installation, testing, and modification of HRIS systems. This position will require a hands-on leader that is able to leverage their deep understanding of scaling compensation programs and practices to conceptualize successful strategy while driving the execution of organizational goals. Will lead efforts to ensure optimization of technology platforms within Human Resources. This position requires an ability to think strategically about problems and possess skill in tactical execution.

Job Duties:

• Develops, owns, and evolves our Compensation philosophy and programs, including both base and incentive compensation targeted at ensuring the Bank is in a competitive position within our markets while maximizing engagement and retention.
• Leads the design, implementation, and communication of short and long-term incentives aligned with business performance objectives. Conducts analysis and modeling to identify optimal plan design and monitors plan success.
• Participates in design of executive compensation programs if/when appropriate.
• Develop and partner with HR Leaders and Recruiters on market data needs an analysis related to the preparation of employment offers and salary adjustments.
• Defines and recommends a strategy for conducting job analyses and evaluations, as well as grading and pricing of jobs, ideally leveraging Workday and Payfactors to architect long-term/scalable solutions.

• Regularly evaluates roles to ensure proper FLSA classifications, grade assignments, and job family alignment.

• Provides daily subject matter expertise and compliance oversight of the organization’s salary administration process. Ensures accurate job descriptions are available for all positions.
• Maintains a good pulse on market data and drives Best in Class programs to ensure competitiveness in the marketplace.
• Partners with the Business Partner and Talent Acquisition Teams to advise and influence business leaders in compensation strategy, programs, and issues, including equity practices.
• Drives the framework that supports the annual merit and bonus programs. Leverages HRIS technology, Workday, to integrate best practices and processes.
• Measures the effectiveness of programs to ensure organizational objectives are being met.
• Develops analytics, metrics, and dashboards around rewards programs and other key people areas to influence program direction and monitor business impact and effectiveness.
• Oversees the development, installation, testing, and modification of HRIS system.
• Assesses organizational needs and current HRIS systems, evaluates existing and potential vendors, and selects and oversees development and implementation of improvements or new systems.
• Partners and collaborates with executive leadership and senior leaders to determine how to best implement enterprise and area specific strategies that are supportive of the area’s strategic goals, drive engagement, and link to enterprise initiatives and priorities.
• Leads and directs the compensation and HRIS function and team.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance or related field is required.
• Ten years of progressive and proven Compensation experience in a complex, multisite/state, growth-oriented business required. Experience in the analysis, design, and administration of compensation programs, including management of incentive programs.
• Five years of relevant experience leading a team.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:

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Compensation Consultant - Fort Worth, TX
Whitney Smith Company

Job Summary:

The Compensation Consultant is responsible for analyzing, developing, presenting, updating, and maintaining client compensation structures and programs; assisting clients with implementation and administration of compensation programs; conducting wage and hour analyses; and providing compensation guidance and recommendations to clients based on compensation theory, market conditions, trends, and overall knowledge of compensation techniques, methodologies, and practices.

Job Duties:

• Analyzes, designs, and administers employer compensation programs, including base pay and bonus/short-term incentives that align with client objectives for recruiting, retention, and employee engagement.
• Converses with clients to determine type, scope, and purpose of analyses.
• Evaluates and analyzes salary data for all job levels including nonexempt administrative, production, and technician, exempt professional and technical, middle management and senior management, and top executives.
• Designs and communicates pay structures, grades, compensation administration, and guidelines.
• Evaluates jobs and develops job descriptions and job architecture.
• Maintains compensation structures including collaborating with clients in the analysis and review of job classification and reclassification requests.
• Conducts compensation surveys, conducts research and analysis on market competitiveness, pay equity, and compensation trends.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Finance or related field is required.
• 5+ years of related compensation experience is required.
• Knowledge and ability to communicate with clients on compensation administration, structure development, wage and hour issues, FLSA compliance, etc.
• Proficiency in building Excel spreadsheets with formulas, and knowledge of other advanced Excel functions for compensation analysis is a plus.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

• Applicable Human Resources Certifications (SPHR/PHR, SHRM-SCP/CP)

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:

Ben Perryman
Search Consultant
bperryman@whitneysmithco.com
(817) 872-9223

Senior Compensation Analyst - Hybrid (Dallas) /Remote
Oncor Electric Delivery

Job Summary:

The Senior Compensation Analyst works directly with the Senior Manager, Total Rewards, the Compensation Team, HR business partners and HR Leadership to administer current compensation programs, plan and implement compensation and reward programs that are in alignment with Oncor’s business objectives, and maintain day to day vendor relationships to support Oncor’s compensation objectives. The incumbent will assure compensation programs are administered consistently across Oncor utilizing approved guidelines and practices.

Job Duties:

• Plan and implement high performance compensation programs that meet the Company’s objective while conforming to the Company’s reward strategy.
• Assist in managing the communication and delivery of comprehensive broad-based employee base pay and incentive programs, to ensure understanding of the programs across all employees and obtain maximum performance leverage.
• Analyze, track and validate benchmark data to allow Oncor to compare compensation and benefits in comparable organizations and markets. Compile and perform annual update to benchmark data for use in strategic competitive analysis recommendations.
• Participates in job evaluation and market pricing studies for new or redesigned organizational roles.
• Perform ongoing data requirements and maintenance of existing vendor compensation software applications for use in providing compensation transactional HR services to Oncor.
• Assist in managing the development of communication material for compensation related information. Includes the development of annual pay and performance cycle material, annual incentive program material, etc.
• Serve as a change agent in managing human performance.
• Provide technical expertise, in coordination with legal, in the development of compensation documents and administrative services agreements.
• Maintain continued awareness of, and evaluate emerging trends and issues affecting, compensation programs.
• Collaborates with HR Business Partners and other HR management with a focus on process improvements.
• Conducts research, utilizes and analyzes available data to report program results and metrics. Manipulates large amounts of data to provide required reporting.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required

The minimum experience requirements are:

• At least five years of progressive experience in implementation and administration of compensation programs
• Experience using MS Office Tools to manage/manipulate data and to create reports and presentations
• Experience using MarketPay and/or other Compensation related software applications preferred
• Experience utilizing UKG preferred

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Occasional long, irregular hours.
• Hybrid work environment, occasional work from physical office location
• Use of a PC, computer terminal and/or telephone over four hours a day.
• Occasional bending, twisting, crouching, pulling, pushing, and/or reaching to access job-related materials

Job Type:  Regular
Job Schedule:  Full-Time

How to Apply:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Larry Walker,Senior Manager Total Rewards:  Larry.walker@oncor.com