Director of Total Rewards and Talent Management

Garner’s mission is to transform the healthcare economy, delivering high-quality and affordable care for all. We are fundamentally reimagining how healthcare works in the U.S. by partnering with employers to redesign healthcare benefits using clear incentives and powerful, data-driven insights. Our approach guides employees to higher-quality, lower-cost care, creating a system that works better for everyone. Patients achieve better health outcomes, employers spend healthcare dollars more effectively, and physicians are rewarded for delivering exceptional care rather than performing more procedures. Garner is one of the fastest-growing healthcare technology companies in the country. Our products are trusted by the most sophisticated employers and providers in the industry, and we are building a team of talented, mission-driven individuals who are motivated to make a meaningful impact on healthcare at scale. About the role: We’re looking for an exceptional Director of Total Rewards and Talent Management to join and help shape our next-generation People function. In this hands-on leadership role, you will own the design, management, and continuous improvement of Garner’s job architecture, performance processes, compensation programs, employee benefits, and People tech systems. You will be key in developing the infrastructure for a distinctive, exceptionally high-performance organization–using your subject matter expertise as an input, but building from first principles. This role reports to the Head of People. Where you will work: Garner is headquartered in NYC, but this position is available for individuals who are comfortable with remote work and occasional travel to HQ. What you will do: Oversee and evolve Garner’s job architecture (job families, leveling, competency framework, pay bands, etc.) and commensurate compensation programs (cash, equity incentive plans, bonus/commission structures, etc.) Lead the continuous development of Garner’s performance, internal movement, and compensation infrastructure. Own bi-annual performance reviews, promotions, and compensation planning cycles. Develop employee and manager-facing tools and training around Talent Management and Total Rewards. Own the design and administration of healthcare benefits, ancillary benefits, 401k plan, and perks. Design and manage People Analytics dashboards; use data to continually assess organizational health and identify areas for improvement. Present recommendations to the C-Suite; manage 1-2 comp/benefit analysts. What you will bring to the team: 10+ years of experience in the People/HR space, with 2+ years in a Talent Management and/or Total Rewards leadership role at a modern pay-for-performance organization. Product and/or Consulting experience is a plus Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience Advanced Excel/Google Sheets abilities are required for this role . Experience building scalable compensation planning tools and people analytics dashboards strongly preferred. AI capabilities desired A combination of high ownership mentality, agility, and exceptional project management skills that has resulted in a proven track record of delivering complex initiatives in a rapidly evolving, high-bar environment A deep interest and nuanced understanding of innovative, needle-moving performance and compensation practices Experience with healthcare benefits design and administration preferred. Strong written communication and an eye for visual design (tools, training, etc.) A willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and do whatever is necessary to ensure company success A desire to be a part of a high-performing, mission-driven team that operates with intense urgency, a strong sense of individual accountability, and a commitment to authentic feedback Compensation Transparency: The base salary range for this position is $230,000-$275,000. Individual compensation for this role will depend on various factors, including qualifications, skills, and applicable la