Total Rewards Director at Albemarle

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Petrochemical, Refining, Specialty ChemicalsIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a global managerial role
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field
Strong knowledge of global compensation structures, job architecture, benefits plans, and regulatory environments
Experience designing and managing executive and incentive compensation programs
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience presenting

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage Ketjen’s global compensation strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market competitiveness
Lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of base salary, incentive, and executive compensation programs worldwide
Lead and manage complex compensation projects, including annual salary reviews, market benchmarking, job evaluations, and program harmonization initiatives
Oversee the global benefits portfolio, including health, wellness, retirement, and other employee programs, ensuring offerings are competitive and cost-effective
Lead initiatives to automate benefit workflows, streamline vendor integrations, and expand employee self-service capabilities while improving user experience across global populations
Develop and maintain governance, policies, and procedures for all compensation and benefits programs
Monitor international compensation and benefits trends, legislative changes, and best practices to ensure Ketjen’s programs remain compliant and support our diverse employee population
Partner with HR Business Partners and regional leaders to ensure the effective communication and administration of total rewards programs in all locations
Prepare executive-level analyses, presentations, and recommendations for the CHRO and senior leadership
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing global Total Rewards team
Manage relationships with external vendors, brokers, and consultants

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Compensation StrategyBenefits AdministrationTotal RewardsHR LeadershipGlobal CompensationIncentive ProgramsExecutive CompensationMarket AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceProgram Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or based in a specific location?

The role is based in Houston, Texas at the Clear Lake office.

What are the core values of Ketjen Corporation?

Ketjen is driven by core values of curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity, which guide decisions, shape the culture, and define how the team works together.

What key responsibilities does the Total Rewards Director handle?

The role involves providing global leadership for compensation and benefits programs, including strategy development, program management, benefits administration, governance, compliance, and stakeholder partnership.

What experience is needed for the Total Rewards Director position?

Ketjen seeks an experienced and strategic professional to lead compensation strategy, benefits administration, compliance, and complex projects like market benchmarking and program harmonization.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.