Director, Total Rewards **Location** North Carolina **Role Type** Permanent **About us** ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity. ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace that is diverse and inclusive. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table. We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success. **The role** - JOB SUMMARY Responsible for developing, executing total rewards strategy for Americas Region. Role drives strategic planning, implementation of reward, benefits solutions to attract, retain, motivate top talent, while ensuring competitiveness in the market. - WHAT YOU WILL DO + Work closely with Sr leadership/global peers, by providing strategic direction to development of pay, reward, recognition, mobility, and benefits strategies to ensure best practices, alignment to Global P&C Strategy + Create, implement the Company’s reward/benefits strategies, plans, actions, aligned with global reward strategy + Represent America’s region in contributing to design, delivery, embedding of global reward/benefits strategies + Develop, reward/benefits policies, governance frameworks that support competitive employment offer while reducing organization cost, risk + Promote, alignment, standardization in reward practice globally + Work closely with key stakeholders to lead global reward modernization agenda to enable Company to create ‘world-class practice’ – leading market, competitors in attracting, developing, retaining high-performing talent + Define America’s region benefits proposition, seeking opportunities to pool existing benefit suppliers (e.g., 401k, medical, dental, vision) + Design change management plans to support modernization + Work closely with key stakeholders to review, recommend, approve changes to reward/benefit programs with governance framework. Improve advanced compensation capability in Workday to streamline reward activities + Partner with colleagues to implement, change management principles to identify, implement actionable insights of continuous improvement in operating practices + Support team members to optimize individual, team, business performance, delivering P&C agenda reward/benefits agenda, managing change, providing effective, commercial advice aligned to outcomes + Work collaboratively with P&C team/wider P&C team to effectively identify best utilize materials + Lead local expertise for key reward/benefits imperatives such as pay transparency, job evaluation, benefits plan to maintain competitiveness compliance, consistency, fairness + Work closely with key stakeholders to review, recommend changes to reward/benefit programs, ensuring alignment with governance frameworks + Provide advice, problem solving to leadership on reward/benefits programs, annual reward/benefit processes + Develop global standards, templates for all relevant reward & benefit programs aligned with global programs where locally relevant, create, maintain local reward communication materials + Active member of P&C community to ensure global reward policies remain globally consistent, locally relevant + Perform other job-related duties as assigned **Key accountabilities** - REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance or related Field of Study + 10+ years related work experience: + Managing, developing total rewards strategies, including compensation, benefits, incentive programs, equity plans + Leading total rewards function at a senior level, with a focus on strategic planning and implementation + Designing and managing global or regional compensation and benefits programs, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations across multiple regions + Leading and implementing large-scale change management initiatives related to compensation, benefits, or rewards modernization + In-depth knowledge and experience managing compliance with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements related to compensation and benefits in different markets + HR technology and systems (Workday), particularly in managing compensation and benefits modules to streamline processes. + Managing budgets and financial forecasting related to compensation and benefits. + 7+ Years directmanagement/leadershipexperience + Must be 21 years of age or older Knowledge of expertise in reward and benefits, with understanding of international trends and developments in these areas. Strong knowledge of strategic planning, decision-making within a global context. Significant experience in developing innovative approaches to complex problems in international organizations. Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc) Workday HCM and Benefits platform Skilledin: + Excellent negotiation, leadership, communication skills + Strong strategic thinking, with ability to collaborate effectively with senior professionals to develop major programs + Managing resources efficiently, fostering team dynamics, performance to maintain high-quality standards + Plan, organize, prioritize, manage projects or programs + Verbal, written communication + Attention to details + Problem/situation analysis + Effective time and task management + Multitasking capabilities + Flexibility, adaptability Ability to: + Read, Write, Speak English Fluently + Plan, organize, prioritize, manage multiple projects + Work through ambiguity with flexibility, pragmatism, making well-balanced, logical decisions + Maintain confidentiality by handling sensitive employee, organizational information with discretion, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations, company policies + Communicate complex reward strategies to Sr leadership, influence key stakeholders to align rewards programs with business objectives + Develop forward-thinking total rewards strategies that enhance employee engagement, align with evolving market trends + Travel Domestic/International up to 20% - PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Master’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field of study + Experience: Experience managing global total rewards programs, particularly in multinational corporations, with an understanding of international compensation practices and compliance requirements. Experience using data analytics to drive decision-making in compensation and benefits + License / Certifications: Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) Global Remuneration Professional (GRP) Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) Advanced Certified Compensation Professional (ACCP) + Languages: Ability to Read, Write, Speak Spanish Fluently **Skills & experience** + Requires light physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves moderate to heavy weight objects (10-50 lbs.). + Walks, sits, or stands for prolonged periods. + Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills + Requires prolonged machine operation including computer and keyboard equipment. _This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and_ _responsibilities._ _The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position._ **What we offer** • Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans • Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution • 15 Company-paid holidays • Generous paid time off • Employee recognition and discount programs • Education assistance • Employee referral bonus program • Hybrid workplace – remote / in office • Summer hours • Casual dress policy Monday through Friday **Next steps** This job description describes the essential functions of the job at the time the job description was created, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. 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