Total Rewards Business Partner

Job Summary

The Total Rewards Business Partner, reporting to the Director of Total Rewards, leads the design and delivery of compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. Combining data-driven insight, HR expertise, and strategic advisory skills, this role ensures total rewards strategies are competitive, compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with the Archdiocese’s mission and operational goals. The Business Partner provides guidance across all employee levels, supports day-to-day service delivery, and partners with senior leadership to foster a thriving, equitable, and mission-driven workplace.

Job Responsibilities

Compensation Analysis and Administration

· Partner in the development and communication plans for Total Rewards strategies that support organizational objectives, culture, and employee engagement.

· Conduct market salary surveys and competitive analyses to maintain external competitiveness and internal equity.

· Lead the implementation of job architecture across job descriptions, HRIS, and compensation structures.

· Develop, maintain, and communicate a compliant repository of job descriptions, evaluations, salary/grade structures, and compensation budgets.

· Support the introduction of a compensation philosophy and an annual Total Rewards calendar to drive consistent practices.

· Develop and maintain compensation policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks in accordance with federal, state, local, and industry-specific regulations.

· Participate in compensation surveys, analyze trends, and provide recommendations to maintain market competitiveness and equity.

· Advise managers on pay decisions, incentive plans, and merit reviews to ensure alignment with Total Rewards strategy.

· Develop and oversee the Total Rewards statement process and maintain compensation resources for leaders and employees.

Benefits Program Management

· Participate in the administration of health, retirement, and ancillary benefits programs, ensuring accurate communication of eligibility, coverage, and value to employees.

· Serve as subject matter expert for benefits systems, collaborating with HRIS, Payroll, Finance, and vendors on file integrations, error reports, and process improvements.

· Analyze benefits utilization data to evaluate program effectiveness, ROI, and opportunities for cost efficiency.

· Prepare reports and dashboards to support leadership and Finance with enrollment audits, consolidated billing, and compliance monitoring.

Compliance and Reporting

· Proactively identify operational and compliance risks, recommending mitigation strategies to leadership.

· Ensure Total Rewards programs comply with applicable laws and regulations (FLSA, ACA, HIPPA, DOL, etc.)

· Support internal and external audits, maintain records and monitor regulatory changes impacting compensation and benefits programs

· Proactively identify operational and compliance risks, recommending mitigation strategies to leadership

· Prepare compensation reports and dashboards for leaders and employers assisting with necessary communications

Systems and Process Improvement

· Maintain accuracy of Total Rewards data in HRIS systems, support system upgrades, audits and automation initiatives

· Develop, document and continuously improve compensation and benefit processes to strengthen operational efficiency

· Prepare training materials, presentations and guides to educate managers and employees on Total Rewards programs, policies and procedures

Job Requirements

5–7 years of progressive experience in HRIS administration, compensation, benefits, and general HR functions, with demonstrated responsibility growth over time. Experience collaborating across leadership levels. Prior work within team-based environments and/or multi-employer organizations is preferred but not mandatory.

Bachelors Degree in related Business, IT field