Taylor and Francis Hiring for Reward Manager, US Job at New York, NY Full Time

The Company – Taylor & Francis Group an Informa Business

Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100.

Taylor & Francis Group operates globally and produces high quality, peer reviewed books and journals. We produce unique, trusted content by expert authors, spreading knowledge and promoting discovery globally. We aim to broaden thinking and advance understanding, providing academics and professionals with a platform to share ideas and realize their individual potential.

We have an exciting opportunity within our growing People Team at Taylor & Francis. Our Purpose of Fostering Human Progress through knowledge is best served by people who can support us to recognize, develop and reward people as they grow. Our Reward team are now looking for a committed colleague based in the United States to help us on our journey. A US Reward Manager who will be responsible for helping to plan, design, implement and administer a comprehensive total rewards strategy and programs for the Company. You will be an important member of the team in helping us drive the growth of the Reward function and help shape the future of our Reward framework and principles.

The role reports to the Global Director of Colleague Reward.

Closing date for applications: 12 Aug 22

What you’ll be doing:

• Evaluate the compensation landscape to understand and learn from best practices through benchmarking and industry research and employment trends, track legislation and make recommendations.
• Supports the development and integration of new and/or existing rewards programs, policies and procedures to ensure that programs are market competitive, internally equitable, and cost effective.
• Strategically assesses the effectiveness of current programs in achieving organizational objectives; identifies best practices and benchmarks; and develops recommendations for modifications to align to HR strategy and business goals.
• Provide expert analytics when conducting reward reviews (for all countries) that ensure the pay/incentives are competitive within the local area.
• Use your experience completing salary surveys, performing job matching to drive the implementation of our job architecture and benchmarking practices.
• Effectively plan and direct the implementation and administration of all benefit plans including annual open enrollment efforts.
• Effectively manages and collaborates with vendors and external partners, including managing performance of contracts to ensure maximum value of services is delivered.
• Develop internal operating procedures and controls for the administering and managing benefits.
• Responsible for ACA reporting and keeps abreast of regulatory changes affecting benefit plans and ensures company benefit plans and practices are in compliance with external regulatory requirements.
• Develop and coordinate communications strategies and activities designed to educate and inform employees about total rewards.
• Prepare annual budget for total rewards and manage expenditures related to benefit programs.

What we’re looking for:

• Deep experience in Total Rewards (Compensation, Benefits, Wellness) including experience with self-insurance.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources or related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) certification, PHR or SHRM-CP a plus.
• Sound knowledge of the Regulatory and Legislative imperatives and impacts related to Total Rewards programs (FLSA, Sec 125, ERISA, 409A, HIPAA, etc.).
• Experienced with vendor-relations and multi-state employers preferred
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work through processes, identify and implement process improvements and resolve complex matters.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational/prioritization skills with an ability to multi-task to manage multiple projects while maintain a close attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate actively with, Finance, HR and other departments to review cross-departmental impacts
• Possess proven operational, interpersonal, project management, vendor management and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Additional Information

What we offer in return:

• Competitive salary
• Ample paid time off
• Sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Life events leave; i.e. moving or wedding
• Medical & vision benefits
• 4 volunteering days per year
• Day off for your birthday
• 401(k) match
• Flexible working schedule
• Seasonal social and charitable events
• Training and development

At Taylor & Francis we care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing and flexible working. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about.

Additional information:

• You must have the right to work and live in United States
• This is a hybrid and flexible position working between your home and our office. We’re are looking for individuals within a commutable distance to either of our offices located in Philadelphia, New York, or Boca Raton.
• Domestic and international travel to T&F offices may be required

We know that sometimes the ‘perfect candidate’ doesn’t exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don’t fit all the requirements. If you’re excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we’re looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: http://www.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/careers