Total Rewards Manager

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for the design, delivery, and ongoing optimization of compensation, benefits, and recognition programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. This role partners closely with People, Finance, and senior leadership to ensure Total Rewards programs are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with business strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Compensation
• Design and manage compensation programs including base pay, incentive plans, and bonus structures
• Lead annual compensation cycles including merit increases, promotions, and market adjustments
• Conduct job evaluations, market pricing, and internal equity analysis
• Partner with leaders on compensation decisions and provide data driven recommendations
• Maintain compensation structures, salary ranges, and governance guidelines

Benefits
• Oversee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, wellness programs, and leave policies
• Manage vendor relationships, renewals, and open enrollment processes
• Evaluate benefit offerings regularly to ensure competitiveness, cost effectiveness, and employee value
• Partner with Finance on benefits budgeting and forecasting

Total Rewards Strategy and Analytics
• Develop a cohesive Total Rewards strategy aligned with organizational goals and culture
• Analyze compensation and benefits data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Create reporting and insights for leadership related to Total Rewards effectiveness
• Support pay equity, transparency, and compliance initiatives

Leadership and Collaboration
• Act as a trusted advisor to People leaders and executives on Total Rewards matters
• Collaborate cross functionally with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, Finance, and Legal
• Support M&A, growth, or restructuring initiatives from a Total Rewards perspective
• Lead or mentor team members or external partners as applicable

Compliance and Governance
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation and benefits regulations
• Maintain policies, documentation, and audit readiness
• Stay current on market trends, legislation, and best practices in Total Rewards

Qualifications

 • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field
• 5 or more years of progressive experience in Total Rewards, compensation, or benefits
• Strong knowledge of compensation frameworks, benefits administration, and labor regulations
• Experience working closely with senior leaders and influencing decision making
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear insights
• Experience with HRIS and compensation tools preferred
• CCP, CBP, or other relevant certifications a plus

What Success Looks Like

 • Competitive and well governed compensation programs that support hiring and retention
• Benefits offerings that balance employee experience with financial sustainability
• Clear, trusted partnership with leaders across the organization
• Data driven decisions that support equity, transparency, and business growth

What We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

· 401k with company match

· Employee Assistance Program

· Generous Employee Referral Program and more

· Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave

· Data driven decisions that support equity, transparency, and business growth