Director, Compensation, Benefits and HRIS

Lead the design and execution of a Total Rewards strategy that attracts, motivates, and retains the very best talent in our industry enabling us to achieve our strategic priorities and help prepare New England for a greener future.

What we offer you:

• Hybrid work schedule with 2 days/week onsite
• Base salary plus bonus program, professional development and tuition reimbursement, enhanced 401k and financial planning, wellness programs with onsite gym, flexible work hours, eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), access to business networks & more, all in a stable and supportive work environment!

How you will make an impact:

As a key member of the Human Resources leadership team, you will lead the strategic direction, operational excellence, and legal compliance for all compensation and benefits programs as well as design and deliver an HRIS strategy that provides, accurate, timely, and relevant human resource information, data, and insights to inform business planning and decision making.

• Lead the strategy, design, and execution of our total rewards programs to attract and retain the best talent, ensure equity and compliance, and balance cost.
• Continuously review, benchmark, and analyze our Total Rewards programs and recommend changes when necessary to ensure alignment to business strategy.
• Oversee development and management of annual compensation programs, including salary and merit increases, equity and benchmarking reviews, and promotions.
• Collaborate with and provide advice to the HR team and business leaders to develop and execute compensation solutions to meet the needs of daily operations. Advise on pay decisions, policy and guideline interpretations, and job evaluations.
• Lead, manage, and develop our compensation, benefits, and HRIS team and help build capability within the broader HR team.
• Oversee negotiations with benefit plan providers, vendors, auditors, and consultants for services, premiums and plan administration.
• Develop and deliver a comprehensive and effective communication strategy in partnership with Corporate Communications for all Total Rewards programs.
• Provide strategic oversight of Board and Executive compensation. Prepare materials and engage in board level discussions and recommendations on program design.
• Design a multi-year HRIS strategy and implement continuous improvements to HR systems, data, and processes.
• Develop and coordinate management, reporting and metrics of all HR programs to present a holistic view for the Board and Senior Leadership Team.
• Develop, implement, review, and/or update relevant HR forms, plan documents, policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, in partnership with legal counsel.
• Prepare a variety of compensation data and incentive plan costs for the Finance department's use for tax filings, financial reports and general budgeting.
• Manage on-going employee data, compliance, and audit activities.

What we are looking for:

• Commitment to ISO-NE's mission, vision, and values.
• Bachelor's degree in human resource management, business administration and/or related education/experience. Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years HR experience. Subject matter expertise in compensation, benefits, and HRIS.
• Experience in total compensation and benefits design, full life-cycle planning and implementation, budget planning, salary survey management, compliance, and vendor/broker partnerships.
• Inclusive leadership style that engages, develops, and motivates their team to drive results, yet is not afraid to get into the detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to influence, build relationships, and trust at all levels and across departments.
• Strategic leader with exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including ability to prepare materials for audiences at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to analyze data, understand trends, develop recommendations, and prioritize for action based on the analysis.
• Demonstrated ability and courage to manage change.
• Ability to handle complex and sensitive discussions and processes with diplomacy.
• Ability to lead cross-functional efforts and initiatives aimed at improving organizational performance, seeking input from, and collaborating with key partners.

Equal Opportunity: We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, age, ancestry, marital status, disability (including learning, mental, intellectual, and physical), service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Drug Free Environment: We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

• ISO New England Inc., One Sullivan Road, Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States of America