Compensation & Benefits Manager - Houston, United States - Axiom Space

Axiom Space

Verified Company

Houston, United States

4 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

OVERVIEW

Axiom Space is building for beyond, guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere.

The leading provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space infrastructure, Axiom Space operates end-to-end missions to the International Space Station today while developing its successor, Axiom Station - a permanent commercial destination in low-Earth orbit that will sustain human growth off the planet and bring untold benefits back home.

Axiom Space fosters a diverse environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace.

Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Posting Title who is fueled by problem-solving, continuously curious, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

SUMMARY

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Compensation Administration:

Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive compensation programs, including salary band/grade management, shortterm incentive plan, longterm incentive plan, and RSU program.
Collaborate with external vendors to obtain current market data, conduct analysis, and ensure company is competitive within the industry and market conditions.
Keep abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure the company's compensation programs remain compliant.
Develop a comprehensive annual compensation strategic philosophy.
Effectively develop, implement, and manage an annual compensation cycle corresponding with the performance review cycle, working collaboratively with management, payroll, HRIS and HRBPs.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding compensation inquiries.
Develop, implement, and manage an executive compensation program.
Serve as backup to payroll administration and processing.
Overall responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal legal and regulatory requirements affecting employee compensation programs.

Benefits Administration:

Responsible for the development, implementation, and/or management of comprehensive employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other related benefits.
Collaborate with external benefits vendors, insurers, and other benefit providers to ensure compliance, resolve issues, and optimize the overall benefits package.
Negotiate benefit contract renewals in partnership with broker.
Keep abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure the company's benefits programs remain competitive and compliant.
Plan annual open enrollment campaign, with updated, accurate information for employees regarding new services or plan changes.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, clarifications, and issue resolution.
Conduct weekly new hire benefits orientation and ensure updates to benefits information is communicated to all employees.
Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive and interactive wellness program with measurable key indicators to demonstrate impact to the overall organization.
Overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with state and federal legal and regulatory requirements affecting employee benefit programs, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, ADA, Section 125, Medicare, etc.
Administer the annual Verify Form 1095 reporting for the Affordable Care Act

QUALIFICATIONS:

To be successful in this role, the individual must effectively carry out each essential duty using the skills and competencies listed below.

The following requirements reflect the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill the essential functions of the job.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related discipline, or equivalent experience, education, and training, required
5+ years of both compensation and benefits experience (dedicated roles), required
Knowledge of Workday, preferred
Certified Compensation and/or Human Resources Professional, preferred
Experience utilizing the Economic Research Institute (ERI) system or analogous software is required
Demonstrated compensation research, analytical experience, and problemsolving skills required
International compensation and benefits administration experience, preferred
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing at all levels of the organization
Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization
Ability to effectively manage time with adherence to deadlines
Provide a high level of customer service
Maintain strictest confidentiality

Skills
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