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Belden Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Total Rewards Programs Analyst

St. Louis, MO, US, 63105

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$100K/yr - $175K/yr

5+ years exp

Belden Inc. is a company focused on innovative connectivity solutions, and they are seeking a Total Rewards Programs Analyst to manage and optimize their retirement and incentive programs. The role involves overseeing day-to-day operations of retirement plans, compliance activities, and the administration of incentive programs while supporting the broader Total Rewards strategy.

IndustrialManufacturingNetwork Hardware

Responsibilities

Own the comprehensive management of US Retirement plans, including 401(k) and the Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation (NQDC) plan for executive employees

Lead compliance activities for US plans, including non-discrimination testing, Form 5500 filings, and support for annual audits to ensure adherence to ERISA and IRS regulations

Drive the preparation and material development for the Retirement Fiduciary Committee, providing data-driven insights and recommendations on plan performance and vendor management

Support international pension plans where applicable, serving as a knowledgeable resource for global teams to ensure alignment with local regulations and corporate strategy

Manage vendor relationships (e.g., Fidelity) to ensure service level agreements are met and employee escalations are resolved efficiently

Administer the Annual Cash Incentive Program (ACIP/STI) and Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), ensuring accurate data handling, participant eligibility tracking, and payout calculations

Collaborate with Finance and HR Business Partners to facilitate the smooth execution of incentive cycles, from accruals to final vesting and distribution

Oversee the communication of incentive awards to participants, ensuring clarity regarding plan rules, vesting schedules, and performance targets

Support the strategic design and modeling of the Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), working with leadership to align sales behaviors with business objectives

Analyze the effectiveness of current SIP structures and model potential changes to ensure plans remain competitive and fiscally responsible

Champion the continuous improvement of Total Rewards processes, identifying opportunities to automate administration and reduce manual intervention

Act as an autonomous owner of assigned programs, making decisions on operational improvements and supporting the Sr. Director in developing the broader Total Rewards roadmap

Qualification

US retirement regulationsBenefits administrationIncentive program administrationAnalytical skillsHR systems experienceAutonomyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOwnership

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

5-7+ years of relevant work experience in Total Rewards, specifically focusing on Benefits (Retirement) and/or Compensation

Deep knowledge of US retirement regulations (ERISA, 401k compliance, NQDC) and experience managing fiduciary committee requirements

Proven experience administering variable pay programs, including Short-Term Incentives (STI) and Long-Term Incentives (LTI)

Strong analytical skills with the ability to model complex incentive plans (SIP) and interpret data to drive decision-making

Autonomy and ownership, with a track record of managing processes independently and making informed decisions in a matrixed environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex benefit and compensation concepts to diverse audiences

Preferred

Experience with HR systems and survey tools is a plus, specifically SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central, Fidelity Plan Sponsor Webstation, and Mercer or Radford survey tools