Why join Nextech?   We are a leader in specialty healthcare technology solutions.   We’re committed to hiring and retaining talent, which is why we invest in our employees through competitive pay, a generous bonus structure, great healthcare, a comprehensive wellness program, and many other benefits.   If you are a software engineer, finance or accounting professional, customer support specialist, or a business development expert with a passion for healthcare technology (just to name a few), we want to hear from you.   We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics are encouraged to apply. If you are a candidate in need of assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact talent@nextech.com.
Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Total Rewards to lead the design, execution, and continuous evolution of our compensation, benefits, and recognition programs as we scale. Reporting to the SVP, Head of People & Culture, this role will play a key part in shaping a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy that supports our ability to attract, retain, and motivate top talent in a high-growth SaaS environment.

This role is well suited for a collaborative leader who has successfully scaled Total Rewards programs within a 500+ employee organization and thrives in a player-coach capacity. The Director will balance strategic leadership with operational execution, driving program design while also rolling up their sleeves to implement solutions and develop a high-performing team. Success in this role requires strong business acumen and the ability to partner effectively with functional VPs and members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to align rewards programs with business priorities.

All Total Rewards programs and practices must be administered in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including Equal Employment Opportunity, HIPAA, ERISA, and other relevant requirements

Essential Functions:

Benefits Strategy & Administration:

• Oversee benefits strategy, including health, wellness, retirement, leave, and voluntary programs.

• Evaluate and enhance benefit offerings to ensure competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with employee needs.

• Partner with brokers, vendors, and internal team to manage plan renewals, compliance, and employee communication.

• Lead the RFP and renewal process, help negotiate contracts and rates, and ensure strong service delivery.

• Lead annual open enrollment planning and execution, including system readiness, employee education, and post-enrollment audits.

• Develop clear and engaging employee communication strategies to ensure understanding of benefits offerings and changes.

Compensation Strategy & Operations:

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine a comprehensive compensation philosophy aligned with company values and business goals.

• Design and maintain salary structures, pay grades, and incentive plans across all levels and geographies.

• Lead the annual compensation cycle (merit, bonus, market adjustments, promotions) in partnership with the VP, People & Culture, Finance and department leaders.

• Provide strategic guidance on compensation decisions for new hires, promotions, and internal mobility.

• Work with Learning and Development team and VP, People & Culture to align compensation strategy with Career Pathing programs

Equity & Long-Term Incentives:

• Own end-to-end equity administration, partnering with Finance and Legal as needed to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with overall business objectives.

• Manage equity software systems to maintain an accurate and up-to-date cap table; generate reports and analysis as needed.

• Process new equity grants, terminate unvested grants for departing employees, and support the repurchase process in collaboration with Legal and our private equity partners.

• Communicate approved equity grants to relevant managers for timely and accurate employee distribution.

• Develop and recommend new equity grants for presentation and approval by the Compensation Committee.

Compliance & Benchmarking:

• Ensure all programs comply with federal, state, and international regulations.

• Conduct regular market benchmarking and analysis to inform recommendations and m