Head of Total Rewards & HR Operations at SeatGeek

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

335000.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Total Rewards Strategy, HR Operations, Compensation Strategy, Benefits Strategy, Equity Programs, Payroll Management, Global Mobility, HR Systems, Executive Advising, Board Preparation, Financial Modeling, Burn Rate Calculation, AI and Automation, Team Management, Data Visualization, Change Management

Industry

Software Development

Description

SeatGeek believes live events are powerful experiences that unite humans. With our technological savvy and fan-first attitude we’re simplifying and modernizing the ticketing industry. As the Head of Total Rewards & HR Operations, you are the architect of our talent incentive ecosystem. You will own the global strategy for compensation, benefits, equity, payroll, mobility, and HR systems. At SeatGeek, our people are our ultimate strategic advantage; your mission is to ensure every "Geek" feels valued, motivated, and empowered to do their best work. You'll report directly to our Chief People Officer. What You’ll Do Architect the Strategy: Define and evolve a multi-year global rewards philosophy that balances market competitiveness with SeatGeek’s unique culture. Partner with executives & the Board: Act as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and CHRO. You will lead the preparation for Compensation Committee meetings and design innovative equity programs that align with long-term shareholder value. Own financial Stewardship: Partner closely with Finance to build sophisticated models for merit cycles, promotions, and equity burn rates, ensuring we scale responsibly. Elevate the Employee Experience: You’ll ensure our team doesn't just receive a paycheck, but truly understands the value of their equity, benefits, and perks. Modernize HR Ops: Lead the charge in leveraging AI and automation to streamline HR Operations, making our internal processes as seamless as our fan-facing app. Empower the Team: Manage and mentor a high-performing team of compensation, benefits, and ops professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and data-driven empathy. Who You Are A Strategic Heavyweight: You have 14+ years of experience in Total Rewards or Management Consulting, with at least 5 years leading teams in a high-growth tech environment. An Equity Strategist & Modeler: You possess a deep, intuitive understanding of equity mechanics (RSUs, Options, etc.). You can effortlessly calculate and track burn rates, overhang, and dilution, translating complex cap table data into clear, actionable forecasts for the CFO and Board. Data-Obsessed: You’re a Sheets guru who sees the story behind the numbers. You use data visualization to make complex financial concepts digestible for non-technical stakeholders. An Equity Strategist & Modeler: You possess a deep, intuitive understanding of equity mechanics (RSUs, Options, etc.). You can effortlessly calculate and track burn rates, overhang, and dilution, translating complex cap table data into clear, actionable forecasts for the CFO and Board. An Agile Leader: You thrive in fast-paced environments. You can pivot from a board-level presentation to a granular payroll audit without losing your cool. A Clear Communicator: You’re willing to challenge the status quo and drive change, but do so thoughtfully and constructively. You turn HR-speak into human-centric communication. Perks Equity stake Flexible work environment, allowing you to work as many days a week in the office as you’d like or 100% remotely A WFH stipend to support your home office setup Unlimited PTO Up to 16 weeks of fully-paid family leave 401(k) matching program Student loan support resources Health, vision, dental, and life insurance Up to $25k towards family building and reproductive health services Gender-affirming care support program $500 per year for wellness expenses Subscriptions to Headspace (meditation), Headspace Care (therapy), and One Medical $120 per month to spend on tickets to live events Annual subscription to Spotify, Apple Music, or Amazon music The salary range for this role is $290,000 -$335,000 USD. Actual compensation packages within that range are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location. SeatGeek is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. As an equal opportunities employer, we recognize that diversity is a positive attribute and we welcome the differences and benefits that a diverse culture brings. Come join us! To review our candidate privacy notice, click here. #LI-Remote

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for architecting the global strategy for compensation, benefits, equity, payroll, mobility, and HR systems, acting as a key advisor to executive leadership and the Board on rewards philosophy and equity programs. The incumbent will also modernize HR Operations using AI and automation while managing and mentoring the HR team.