Dallas, TX

Hybrid: Monday–Thursday onsite; Friday remote

What You’ll Do:

Relate Search has partnered with an investment management organization seeking an experienced Total Rewards professional to support a complex total rewards function during a planned leave. This opportunity centers on annual compensation planning, including merit, incentive, and deferred award processes, with close collaboration across Human Resources, Finance, and Legal. The contractor will have an opportunity to train with the current Total Rewards leader ahead of the leave and help maintain continuity during a critical planning cycle. The assignment is expected to begin in mid-to-late November 2026 and continue through May 2027.

Responsibilities:

• Support annual merit and incentive compensation planning, including revenue-share calculations, budgets, compensation workbooks, and recommendations for bonuses and deferred awards.
• Analyze and validate compensation data, prepare total rewards statements, and help develop compensation committee materials and reporting.
• Coordinate payroll and year-end processes, including payroll changes, reconciliations, benefits elections, and PTO rollover.
• Partner with HR and external providers on benefits administration, open enrollment closeout, employee inquiries, and retirement plan support.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Legal on compensation audits, HRIS data accuracy, and the transition to UKG.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience in compensation and benefits.
• Hands-on annual compensation planning experience, including merit cycles and multiple variable compensation plans.
• Experience in professional services, financial services, insurance, legal, or a closely related environment.
• Advanced Excel capabilities, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and compensation data analysis; experience with an HRIS/payroll platform such as UKG Pro, Workday, or ADP.
• Payroll experience with changes, reconciliations, and beginning-of-year processes, plus strong communication, confidentiality, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Perks & Benefits:

• Hybrid schedule in Dallas: onsite Monday–Thursday and remote Friday; typical hours 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Interim leave coverage expected through May 2027, with training and transition time before the leave begins.
• Collaborative HR environment with exposure to complex compensation programs and cross-functional business partners.

About Relate Search

Relate Search is a Woman, Minority, and LGBTQIA+ owned executive and professional search firm dedicated to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunity. With deep expertise across Supply Chain & Operations, Technology, Sales & Marketing, Human Resources, and Accounting & Finance we deliver customized, people-first recruiting solutions that drive lasting impact.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

Relate Search is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to building inclusive teams where everyone belongs. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.