Total Rewards Manager

Total Rewards Manager

Randolph, MA | Human Resources
Help Reward the People Who Power Our Mission
At May Institute, our employees make life-changing work possible for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. The Total Rewards Manager plays a key role in ensuring our team is supported through competitive, equitable, and meaningful compensation, benefits, and recognition programs.
Reporting to the VP of Corporate HR & HR Operations, this role leads the strategy, design, and administration of total rewards programs and partners with leaders across the organization to strengthen attract, retain, and enhance employee experience.
Total Rewards Strategy

Develop and maintain a comprehensive total rewards framework integrating compensation, benefits, wellness, and recognition
Evaluate program performance using market data, analytics, and employee feedback to drive improvements
Compensation & Pay Governance

Maintain salary structures, job evaluations, and market pricing across clinical and non-clinical roles
Partner with HR leaders on offers, promotions, retention strategies, and annual compensation planning
Support pay equity initiatives and workforce planning through data analysis
Benefits & Well-Being

Oversee health, welfare, retirement, and voluntary benefit programs
Help manage vendor relationships, plan renewals, and open enrollment
Monitor program utilization, costs, and service levels
Improve benefits communications to help employees understand and maximize their offerings
Data & Systems

Maintain accurate compensation and benefits data in HR systems (Dayforce experience preferred)
Develop reports and dashboards to support leadership decisions and workforce insights
Leadership & Partnership

Serve as the organization's subject matter expert on total rewards
Partner with HR Leaders and Finance to support workforce strategy
What You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field
57 years of progressive experience in compensation and total rewards
A minimum of 5 years' experience in benefits
Experience managing health & welfare benefits, and retirement plans
Knowledge of compensation structures, job evaluation, FLSA, and pay equity principles
Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel and HRIS experience (Dayforce preferred)
Ability to translate complex compensation and benefits concepts into clear guidance for leaders
Preferred: CCP, CBP, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification and experience in a mission-driven or healthcare organization.
Why Join May Institute

Generous Paid Time Off:

Vacation, 9 holidays, 19 PTO days to start, plus a floating birthday holiday
Comprehensive Health Coverage:

Medical, dental, and vision options
Retirement Benefits:

403(b) with employer match
Education Support:

Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance
Professional Growth:

Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Employee Support:

Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Join May Institute and help design the rewards that support the people who make our mission possible.