Total Rewards Lead Analyst (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Cedar. We are currently looking for a Total Rewards Lead Analyst in the United States.

We are seeking a Total Rewards Lead Analyst to support the development and management of comprehensive compensation and benefits programs. This role plays a critical part in aligning reward strategies with business objectives, ensuring market competitiveness, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will partner with leadership, HR colleagues, and external vendors to optimize programs that enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and performance. This position offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where analytical rigor, attention to detail, and effective communication are highly valued. You will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on both people and organizational outcomes while advancing your career in total rewards and HR analytics.

Accountabilities

• Compensation & Benefits Management – Assist in analyzing, documenting, and administering total rewards programs, including base pay, bonuses, equity, and benefits plans.
• Market Insights – Incorporate external market trends and survey data to provide guidance on compensation recommendations and ensure competitiveness.
• HRIS & Data Integrity – Maintain accurate total rewards data in HR systems and support reporting requirements.
• Program Administration – Oversee benefits programs, open enrollment, and compliance with legislative requirements such as ACA, FLSA, and COBRA.
• Employee Support – Respond to employee inquiries, liaise with vendors, and facilitate new hire orientation programs.
• Policy & Compliance – Update employee handbooks, labor law postings, and support compliance audits to ensure adherence to regulations.
• Communication & Collaboration – Develop materials and coordinate with cross-functional partners to implement reward programs that support organizational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in compensation and benefits or total rewards roles.
• Experience implementing, managing, and optimizing reward programs, including equity and bonus plans.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and project management capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of labor laws, compliance standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience working collaboratively with HR, payroll, legal, talent acquisition, and other internal partners.

• Competitive salary: $110,500 – $130,000 (CA, NY, NJ, CT, WA) or $99,500 – $117,050 (other states), with equity eligibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and wellness benefits, including fertility and adoption assistance.
• 401(k) plan with 100% match up to 3% of annual compensation.
• Flexible work-from-home options or hybrid arrangements.
• Unlimited paid time off (for exempt employees), plus 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Diversity-focused employee resource groups and mentorship opportunities.
• Learning and development resources and discretionary budget for professional growth.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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