Overview

Reporting to Karen Bick, NewCo’s SVP and CPO, the Global Head, Total Rewards (“Global Head, TR”) will be a close strategic partner to the leadership team to develop innovative and impactful programs to attract and retain world-class talent while driving business results. This corporate leadership role holds responsibilities for executive compensation (including equity administration), broad-based compensation, benefits, and wellness, as well as lead key HR M&A initiatives from due diligence through integration.

This individual will have proven experience implementing and leading total rewards within a publicly traded company environment and will have regularly interacted with a compensation committee/Board of directors. The ideal candidate will have evolved within a fast-paced organization of scale and, ideally, will have experienced multiple industries, gaining a more holistic view of the total rewards levers that are successful in different environments and operating models. This leader will be adept at navigating HR business process improvement, leveraging data and analytics to inform decisions better. 

The Global Head of TR will be inclusive and can build collaborative relationships while being a high-level strategic thinker capable of partnering with NewCo’s senior leaders. The successful candidate will also be hands-on, humble, self-motivated, and goal-oriented change agent. Given NewCo’s global structure, which is comprised of a corporate team and stand-alone operating companies, the successful candidate will have substantial influence and advisory skills.

Key Responsibilities

Lead total rewards strategy development and execution aligned with business objectives Oversee executive compensation programs, equity administration, and Compensation Committee matters Manage enterprise-wide compensation programs, including pay philosophy, job architecture, and annual cycles Direct global benefits programs including health/welfare, retirement, and flexibility initiatives Lead M&A due diligence and integration for total rewards Ensure regulatory compliance and manage required filings/reports Lead and develop a team of 5 total rewards professionals

Required Qualifications

10+ years total rewards leadership experience Extensive executive compensation expertise Public company experience with Compensation Committee interaction Strong understanding of SEC reporting requirements Bachelor's degree in related field Experience supporting global, distributed workforce

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in technology or manufacturing industries M&A integration experience Multi-industry background Advanced degree or relevant certifications

Leadership Competencies

Strategic business mindset Strong influencing and collaborative skills Team development capabilities Change management expertise

NEWCO OVERVIEW

Every day, engineers transform scientific potential into real-world impact, reshaping how we live and work. At this pivotal moment in technology, Fortive is creating a focused, standalone company poised to capitalize on powerful long-term trends with mission critical technologies advancing an electrified and digital future. Our team of scientists, engineers, and technologists is joining forces to pioneer solutions that will shape the future of industry.

Introducing NewCo¹, a global technology company uniting trusted brands solving tough challenges to speed breakthroughs at leading companies, research institutions, and governments, across the semiconductor/communications/diversified electronics, industrial manufacturing, utilities, and aero, defense, and space industries.

NewCo is fueled by a global team of changemakers, committed to continuous improvement and a strong culture rooted in disciplined execution. For more information please visit: https://careers.fortive.com/newco-opportunities/

¹ Official name to be announced soon.  
 

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

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