Muck Rack · 2 hours ago
Total Rewards Manager
Muck Rack is the leading SaaS platform for public relations and communications professionals, aiming to empower organizations in building trust and demonstrating the value of earned media. They are seeking a proactive Total Rewards Manager to manage and optimize compensation, benefits, and rewards programs, ensuring alignment with the company’s values and business goals.
Information ServicesJournalismMedia and EntertainmentPublic RelationsSaaSSoftware
Responsibilities
Own and manage compensation programs, including salary benchmarking, job leveling, and annual review cycles
Maintain and update compensation data and ensure alignment with internal equity, philosophy, and market competitiveness
Partner with Talent Management leadership to evolve and communicate Muck Rack’s compensation philosophy
Support annual performance and promotion cycles, coordinating timelines, documentation, and communication across stakeholders
Oversee benefits administration for all employees, including open enrollment, compliance reporting, and vendor management
Serve as the point of contact for benefits troubleshooting and employee support, including relationship management with vendors such as Benepass and Nectar
Manage leave programs (parental, medical, and other statutory leaves), ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements
Maintain accurate documentation and compliance across all benefits and compensation programs, partnering with Legal, Finance and Payroll as needed
Lead or support compensation benchmarking efforts using data and tools to ensure fair and competitive pay structures
Assist with total rewards analytics and reporting, including benefits utilization, compensation trends, and program participation
Partner with the Talent Management team to ideate and implement new benefits programs that enhance engagement and retention
Support ongoing communication and education around total rewards programs, ensuring employees understand and value their full rewards package
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience in total rewards, compensation, or HR operations, ideally in a fast-paced SaaS or tech environment
Fluent in compensation and benefits fundamentals, including benchmarking, annual reviews, and open enrollment
Experience with managing relationships with external vendors (e.g., Benepass, ADP, benefits brokers)
Comfortable with data analysis to identify trends, assess equity, and provide actionable recommendations
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Clear and empathetic communicator who can translate technical or policy information into approachable language
Proactive and collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and scalability
Maintains confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive employee or company information
Passionate about building equitable, transparent, and values-driven total rewards programs
Benefits
Home office stipend, phone and internet reimbursement, coworking membership
Virtual and in-person team bonding (lunches, events, competitions)
Competitive geo-neutral pay in the U.S.
Annual reviews to ensure equity and market alignment
Standardized bonus or commission structure
401(k) with employer contributions
Equity opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for employees and dependents
100% premium coverage for individuals on high-deductible plans
24/7 Virtual Care and Employee Assistance Program
Employer-funded HSA contributions and other pre-tax benefits
Quarterly wellness stipend and free Headspace subscription
4+ weeks of PTO, plus paid sick and mental health days
13 paid holidays with the option to swap for personal days
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
Transparent pathways for internal mobility and promotion
Bi-annual performance reviews, team workshops, and leadership training
Unlimited access to Coursera and O’Reilly
2 additional PTO days annually for learning and development
Commitment to equity and valuing diverse perspectives
Agile, founder-led company focused on collaboration and innovation
Trusted by 3,000+ companies worldwide
Company
Muck Rack
Muck Rack is a public relations management platform that enables organizations to connect with journalists to generate media coverage.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$180MKey Investors
Susquehanna Growth Equity
2022-09-07Series A· $180M
Recent News
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