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HirexHire

Vice President, Total Rewards

HirexHire, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


ABOUT US

HirexHire (pronounced hire by hire) is a Chicago-based recruiting and talent consultancy that integrates with companies short-term to provide long-term talent solutions. We take a seat in our client’s everyday operations to understand their people goals, gaps, and challenges. We then develop and implement the processes and technologies to execute a sustainable and scalable talent plan.

We partner with companies expecting or experiencing high growth which need to hire at scale or fill a critical role rapidly. Our clients are not looking for quick-fix placements but are thoughtfully building a hiring strategy to scale their businesses.

OUR CLIENT

Location: Chicago, IL

Industry: Consumer Staple Products, Cannabis

Company Size: 4,000+ Employees

What They Do: Our client in the cannabis industry currently operates in a quarter of the country with double-digit retail locations and a triple-digit growth rate making them one of the fastest-growing companies in North America. As they avidly tackle nationwide development with cultivation facilities, dispensaries, and their headquarters in Chicago – the demand to fill their teams is at an all-time high.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Vice President of Total Rewards to lead compensation and benefits strategies for our client's high-growth public company. This role reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and requires a hands-on leader with exceptional business judgment and relationship-building skills.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Partner with the People and Rewards teams to enhance and align compensation structures and optimize employee benefits, ensuring competitive positioning in the market.

Develop, mentor, and inspire the rewards, payroll, and HRIS teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Collaborate with leadership to design and implement compensation strategies that effectively attract and retain top talent while optimizing total compensation spend.

Lead the annual compensation review process, preparing clear and concise materials for management, the Compensation Committee, and shareholder meetings.

Administer equity programs, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely processing of equity transactions, including RSUs and stock options, in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Oversee the design and execution of employee recognition programs that enhance engagement and reinforce company values.

Identify and implement best practices in policies, systems, and processes to streamline operations and improve employee experience.

Develop and analyze HR metrics to communicate trends in diversity, retention, and performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL LIKELY NEED

Bachelor’s Degree; MBA or JD preferred, showcasing a strong educational foundation in business or law.

12+ years of progressively responsible experience in compensation, equity plans, benefits, and HR systems, particularly within large and early-stage public companies.

Proven expertise in developing and executing broad-based and executive compensation strategies that align with organizational goals.

Strong understanding of public company compensation practices and experience working with a premier global compensation advisory organization is a plus.

Exceptional business judgment, with a proactive, client-service-oriented approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Natural rapport-building abilities with exceptional collaboration and communication skills, facilitating relationships at all organizational levels.

Proven track record of influencing and coaching stakeholders, driving positive outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Comfort with ambiguity and a history of thriving in fast-paced, evolving business landscapes.

High standards of confidentiality and integrity, particularly when dealing with sensitive information and compliance matters.

Solid understanding of Medical Marijuana laws, rules, and regulations, with a passion for furthering industry knowledge.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must pass any and all required background checks.

Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry.

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