Job Description

Director of Compensation & Benefits

Location: Hybrid in Plano, TX

Compensation: $140,000–$170,000 base salary + up to 20% bonus target

Employment Type: Full Time

About the Role:

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a strategic, data-driven Director of Compensation & Benefits to lead and evolve a comprehensive total rewards program on behalf of our client. This role plays a critical part in designing and implementing compensation structures, managing self-insured benefits programs, and supporting payroll operations—all while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.

Reporting directly to the VP of Total Rewards, this leader will serve as a subject matter expert across compensation and benefits, driving analytical insights and partnering cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and administer compensation structures, incentive plans, and job architecture that align with company strategy and market trends
• Lead the optimization and governance of pay ranges, job classifications, and equity programs using tools like Payfactors
• Act as a power user of Excel to develop models, analyze pay equity, and forecast total rewards costs
• Build and maintain interactive dashboards in Power BI to visualize compensation trends and inform executive decisions
• Manage compliance with all applicable compensation and benefits regulations (FLSA, ACA, pay transparency laws, etc.)
• Oversee the self-insured benefits program, analyzing utilization and cost data to drive plan design decisions
• Collaborate with HR and department leaders on compensation recommendations for new hires, promotions, and equity adjustments
• Partner with payroll and HRIS teams to ensure operational excellence and accurate, compliant execution
• Support the VP of Total Rewards in shaping a forward-thinking rewards strategy that supports engagement and retention

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (required)

Experience:

• 5–8 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits
• Direct experience with self-insured benefits programs
• Strong background in compensation platforms such as Payfactors or Paycom
• Healthcare industry experience preferred

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, index-match, macros, financial modeling)
• Proficiency in Power BI for data visualization and executive reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, data-driven environment

Why Join?

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape and drive the compensation and benefits strategy for a dynamic organization that values innovation, employee experience, and data-informed decision-making. You’ll have the tools, support, and autonomy to make a meaningful impact.

Apply now or contact Wheeler Staffing Partners to learn more about this opportunity.

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