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Senior Total Rewards Manager

Senior Total Rewards Manager

GametimeHartford, CT, US
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Total Rewards Manager

Live experiences help people cross today's digital divide and focus on what truly connects us the here, the now, this once-in-a-lifetime moment that's bringing us together. To fulfill Gametime's mission of uniting the world through shared experiences, we make it easy for people to discover and access the live experiences that matter most. With platforms on iOS, Android, mobile web and desktop supporting more than 60,000 events across the US and Canada, we are reimagining the event ticket industry in order to move at the speed of life.

The Role

The Senior Total Rewards Manager is responsible for the strategy, execution, and ongoing management of Gametime's compensation, equity programs, and benefits - including self-funded medical plans, HSA and FSA plans. This role plays a critical part in supporting the company's ability to attract, engage, and retain talent through competitive and equitable total rewards offerings. A key aspect of this position is acting as a strategic connector between the People and Finance teams, ensuring total rewards decisions are fiscally sound, data-driven, and aligned with both employee needs and business outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a data-informed mindset, and a deep understanding of total rewards design to drive meaningful impact across the employee lifecycle. Additionally, strong communication skills will be essential, as this individual will play a crucial role in educating the workforce on various aspects of their rewards package. Finally, the candidate should be one who is either proactively exploring or currently leveraging the latest technology (including, but not limited to, generative AI) to expand their impact in their role. This position aligns with our values of "One Team One Dream", "Always Be Curious", and "Above and Beyond".

Key Responsibilities

Compensation Strategy & Administration

  • Maintain and evolve Gametime's compensation philosophy and structure in collaboration with Finance.
  • Partner with Finance on compensation modeling and forecasting to support headcount planning and budgeting.
  • Analyze market trends and benchmarks to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.
  • Partner with People Business Partners and leaders to advise on compensation decisions.

Equity & Incentive Programs

  • Manage and administer equity programs (e.g., RSUs, stock options), ensuring compliance and understanding across the organization.
  • Collaborate closely with Finance and Legal to ensure equity reporting, modeling, and education for staff.
  • Benefits Strategy & Management

  • Design, manage, and evolve Gametime's employee benefits programs, including self-funded medical plans (with HSA and FSA programs), dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and wellness initiatives.
  • Monitor claims data, cost trends, and plan performance in collaboration with Finance and third-party administrators.
  • Lead annual plan design and renewal processes; manage relationships with brokers, TPAs, and vendors.
  • Build, support, and evangelize open-enrollment processes in ADP while ensuring all costs, codes, and withholdings are accurately captured and recorded.
  • Ensure benefits are compliant with applicable laws and aligned with employee needs and company strategy.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Serve as a strategic liaison between Finance and People teams, ensuring alignment on headcount planning, total rewards spend, and workforce ROI.
  • Translate complex financial data into accessible insights for the People team and broader organization.
  • Compliance & Systems

  • Ensure total rewards programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Optimize the use of HR systems for compensation and benefits tracking and reporting.
  • Employee Education & Experience

  • Communicate total rewards programs effectively to employees, creating resources and campaigns to support awareness and utilization.
  • Serve as a trusted partner to employees and managers for rewards-related inquiries.
  • Technology Fluency and Curiosity

  • Consistently uses generative AI and automation to design, analyze, and communicate Total Rewards programs with speed, accuracy, and clear governance.
  • Key Competencies

    Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Shareworks).
  • Strong Excel and financial modeling skills; ability to collaborate with Finance on budget forecasting.
  • Deep understanding of compensation frameworks, equity structures, and benefits compliance.
  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Strong collaboration and communication abilities, with a customer-service mindset.
  • Proven ability to influence and align stakeholders across Finance, People, and Leadership teams.
  • Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

  • Analytical thinker with the ability to assess trends, identify issues, and implement cross-functional solutions.
  • Ability to integrate business strategy and people priorities into total rewards decision-making.
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Education : Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
  • Experience : 7+ years of experience in compensation and benefits roles, including equity program administration.
  • Certifications : CCP, CEBS, and / or CEP preferred.
  • Other : Experience working in high-growth, remote-first environments is a plus.
  • What We Can Offer

  • Flexible PTO
  • Competitive salary & equity package
  • Monthly Gametime credits for any event ($1,200 / yr)
  • Medical, dental, & vision insurance
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Diverse family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
  • 401k, HSA, pre-tax savings programs
  • Company off-sites and meet-ups
  • Wellness programs
  • Tenure recognition
  • At Gametime pay ranges are subject to change and assigned to a job based on specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills / capabilities, experience, and available budget.

    United States - Pay Range

    $176,800 - $208,000 USD

    Gametime is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, veteran status, sex, parental status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.

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