Total Rewards Manager

Ready to own global Total Rewards end-to-end—and make a visible impact fast? This role is built for a hands-on Total Rewards expert who enjoys autonomy, improving how things work, and partnering across regions, functions, and time zones. They will be responsible for Benefits, Compensation, and Payroll oversight for both US and Global locations.

Code: 48581

Posted: 2026-11-02

Category: Human Resources

We’re hiring a Total Rewards Manager to lead global compensation, benefits, and payroll governance across a growing organization of approximately 400 employees spanning 22 countries (about 170 in the U.S.). This is an individual-contributor role reporting to the Chief People Officer (based in Belgium), with close partnership across HR, Finance, Treasury, Accounting, and business leaders.

Location: Oakdale, MN (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)
*No Non-local candidates, must be within the Greater Twin Cities, MN market only
Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: $130,000–$140,000 base
Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options
Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program and additional supplemental benefits

Key Responsibilities

Lead global compensation programs, including benchmarking, salary structures, merit planning, and pay practices.
Own global benefits administration and vendor relationships, ensuring strong governance and service delivery.
Oversee outsourced payroll providers, with a focus on vendor management, compliance, and operational excellence.
Drive continuous improvement—streamlining processes, improving outsourcing partnerships, and increasing efficiency.
Partner cross-functionally to balance day-to-day operational needs with longer-term strategy and scalability.

Must-Have Qualifications

Experience spanning compensation, benefits, and payroll governance.
Global / multi-country Total Rewards experience.
Strong payroll vendor management and governance background.
Ability to work effectively across regions, cultures, and time zones.
Comfortable operating as a stand-alone subject matter expert with strong stakeholder management skills.
Process/continuous improvement mindset.
Advanced Excel and reporting capability.
Experience with ADP Workforce Now and/or ADP Celergo (and global payroll/HRIS platforms).

Nice-to-Have

Manufacturing experience.
Private equity-backed company experience.

Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive for improvement—apply to be considered.

About Versique

Versique Executive, Professional & Interim Recruiting is a Minnesota-based recruitment firm that places professionals in both interim and permanent roles within four core areas: Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, Information Technology, and Executive Leadership.

Locally owned and headquartered in the Twin Cities, we have more than 175 employees and consultants, and our recruiters bring firsthand experience in the roles they place. We have raised more than $500,000 for local causes and are a member of the Minnesota Keystone Program. Our work has been recognized by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, Twin Cities Business, and the Inc. 5000.

Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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