Compensation & Benefits Manager

HEI Hotels & Resorts Norwalk, CT

Scope of this Position

• HEI Hotels & Resorts is a cohesive team creating a legacy as the leading private hospitality owner/operator driven to be recognized by our associates, guests and investors as continually setting a higher standard of excellence. With 28 hotels nationwide under well-known brand names such as Westin, Marriott, Sheraton and Hilton, we are lead by some of the most respected minds in the industry.
• At HEI, we are committed to associate development. In order for us to be successful, we need to attract, train and retain the best associates in every market in which we operate hotels. We are dedicated to creating a culture of high energy, high performance, and high integrity with a real commitment to the people who embrace our vision and values.
• Join HEI and grow your career with the fastest growing hotel owner/operator in the world.
• HEI VIEWS OUR ASSOCIATES AS OUR GREATEST RESOURCE, AND WE HIRE AND DEVELOP THE BEST.
• We have a culture of winning, we embrace change, thrive on challenge and always seek to surpass our personal bests. Defined by our unique business platform, our environment is fast-paced, expansive and ever-evolving…yet stable, consistent, enduring. It is a high-performance culture where innovation and entrepreneurial-spirit are evident; initiative and results are rewarded.
• Our people know they're "in on the ground floor" of a company with all the cornerstones of success in place: experienced leaders, steady investors, a strong track record and long-term career potential. And in turn, each of our associates thrive because HEI's distinctly advantaged infrastructure creates a supportive, educational culture as well as unlimited opportunities for personal and professional success on every level.
• An engaging, high-energy environment, HEI presents a rare career opportunity: the chance to shape a powerful leader in the hospitality industry.
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• HEI Hotels & Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits plan that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
• >> FOR YOUR PHYSICAL & MENTAL WELLNESS:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• >> FOR YOUR FINANCIAL WELLNESS:
• Supplemental Life Insurance Coverage
• Spouse Life Insurance Coverage
• Child Life Insurance Coverage
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Savings & Retirement Plan
• Employee Discount Program by ‘YouDecide’
• Hotel Room Discount
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Benefit
• JOB DESCRIPTION
• Lead the implementation and ongoing adherence to the strategy of HEI’s compensation and benefits programs (includes salary, annual incentives, long-term incentives, health and wellness programs, pension plan and 401k) in addition to the company’s worker’s compensation insurance and HR Information Systems (HRIS) systems.
• Communicate compensation and benefits programs to all of HEI’s locations, including the corporate office
• Manage all relationships with 3rd party vendors for the benefits offerings, workers compensation and HRIS systems
• Administer the company’s salary administration policy
• Communicate, assess, update, and enhance (as necessary) the Company’s compensation and benefits programs and practices considering the needs of all constituents (hourly, salaried managers and corporate office)
• Conduct internal assessments of HEI’s programs and practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and enhance reporting processes. Keep abreast of federal, state and local compensation and benefits laws and emerging regulations.
• Lead the following benefits accountabilities:
• Implement the recently designed total benefits strategy.
• Lead the following compensation accountabilities:
• Monitor external pay levels and practices through market based survey analysis
• Administer compensation, including: job evaluations, department compensation reviews, internal equity maps, compensation surveys and competitive data analysis, and executive compensation analysis.
• Manage the annual salary planning process (exempt and non-exempt).
• Administer short and long term incentive pay programs
• Consult with Human Resources Generalists on their compensation and benefits needs, including: job evaluations, non-executive incentive plan design, development of career ladders, etc.
• Contribute to Compensation and Benefits communications strategy, development and delivery.
• Manage relationships with consultants and vendors.
• Implement and manage competitive compensation programs that are aligned with business objectives and drive results, including executive incentive and equity programs, sales and non-sales incentive programs, hourly and plant programs as well as direct compensation programs and non-traditional rewards.
• Implement and manage all benefit programs to ensure alignment with the business strategy, market competitiveness and cost containment. Benefit programs include, health and welfare plans, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, disability, life, accidental death and other work life / wellness programs.
• Ensure that all compensation and benefits communications are aligned, easy to understand, accessible to all employees and in line with the overall business strategies they are intended to support.
• Lead the identification, evaluation, prioritization and implementation of best practice HR Technology solutions.
• Deliver integrated technology solutions (manager and employee self-service) that facilitate HR and Salaried Manager transaction processing allowing for greater focus on more value added activities.
• Responsible for the overall integrity of HR data, its storage, reporting and building self-service reporting capabilities that provide managers access to data used to enhance strategic decision making.
• Responsible for overall management of self-insured worker’s compensation program including claims management and claims analysis.

Job Requirements

• Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.
• EXPERIENCE
• Essential prior experience in compensation, benefits and HR technology in a growing business with multiple units
• 5+ years previous experience managing methodologies, policies and practices within the HR, preferably in compensation and/or benefits.
• 3+ years previous experience managing HR technology (preferable experience with ADP, SAP)
• Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalency of direct relevant experience
• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English. Must possess computer skills, including good knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point.
• Knowledge of ERISA, HIPPA, and other regulatory requirements that apply to benefits administration and date management.
• Knowledge of tax requirements as well as other regulations that apply to compensation, incentive pay and data management.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with and influence the decision making of senior management.
• Strong project management and prioritization skills.
• REQUIRED SKILLS
• Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.
• Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.
• Written communication skills to be concise, well organized, complete, and clear.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
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• HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D

Compensation

Salary	Highly Competitive Salary
Bonus	Yes

Benefits

Paid Vacation	Yes
Personal Leave	Yes

Dental Insurance Disability Insurance Life Insurance Medical Insurance Vision Insurance

Matching 401k Plan Company Travel Benefits An Equal Opportunity Employer We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.

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Job #115679 — Compensation & Benefits Manager

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HEI Hotels & Resorts
101 Merritt 7, 1st Floor Norwalk, CT 06851	Phone  (203) 849-8844

Company Description

HEI Hospitality, LLC is one of the nation's leading privately held hotel investment companies. Established in 1985, our primary focus is the acquisition of first-class, full-service hotels throughout the United States' top 50 metropolitan markets. As the majority of our properties are operated through our wholly owned subsidiary, HEI Hotels & Resorts our interests are fully aligned with that of our investors. In certain circumstances, however, we would consider contracting with leading independent and national branded operating companies. We also selectively invest in hospitality related development transactions, some of which include a residential component. Our ability to recognize investments with substantial revenue potential, maximize operating efficiencies and opportunistic acquisition and sales cycles has allowed us to deliver handsome returns to our investors. Institutional partners in our current investment funds include several leading private institutional real estate companies and eight of the country's most prestigious university endowments. As the hospitality industry expands into new arenas, HEI will continue to aggressively seek promising investments and innovative opportunities to maximize value to our investors. The company quickly became the fastest growing hotel management company in the industry. In 2002 HEI Hotels & Resorts operated 2 hotels. During 2003 an additional 11 hotels were added to the portfolio. In 2004, between a combination of new partners and with the launch of HEI Hospitality’s private equity fund, 11 more hotels were added to the management portfolio. In 2005 the rapid growth continued exclusively through HEI Fund I, bringing on an additional 6 hotels. We are now the fastest growing hospitality company in the world! Our Mission Our mission is to be the leading private hospitality investment and operating company built upon the pillars of disciplined growth, integrity and superior performance. We will achieve our mission by realizing our financial goals, exceeding our guest’s expectations and fostering an associate culture of respect, passion, innovation and empowerment. Our Focus Our focus is on managing quality hotels; to do this we partner with quality franchisors and investment partners who have the capital and long-term outlook to provide stability and consistent product quality. In 2004, we spent a total of $15 million on property renovations, and in 2005 that figure rose to $80 million. Some of our major projects in recent years include the Marriott Boca Raton, where we spent $7 million to create a new signature restaurant and to renovate all guest rooms, meeting rooms and the lobby, and the Hilton Long Beach, where we spent $9.5 million on guest rooms and public space. Our relationship with HEI Hospitality has resulted in one of the strongest owner/operator cultures in the industry, which compliments our long term business strategy.

Why People Like to Work for Us

HEI Hotels & Resorts is a cohesive team creating a legacy as the leading private hospitality owner/operator driven to be recognized by our associates, guests and investors as continually setting a higher standard of excellence. With 28 hotels nationwide under well-known brand names such as Westin, Marriott, Sheraton and Hilton, we are lead by some of the most respected minds in the industry. At HEI, we are committed to associate development. In order for us to be successful, we need to attract, train and retain the best associates in every market in which we operate hotels. We are dedicated to creating a culture of high energy, high performance, and high integrity with a real commitment to the people who embrace our vision and values. Join HEI and grow your career with the fastest growing hotel owner/operator in the world.

Company Statistics

Year founded	2002
Number of employees	5,500

Property Portfolio

Types of properties we operate	Hotel, Resort
Types of locations	Airports, Major Cities, Small Cities
Franchise affiliations	Westin Marriott Hilton Holiday Inn Sheraton Independent
Properties are located in	California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Tennessee, Virginia

We are owners and operators with equity in 28 properties. We operate a total of 28 properties.

Company Characteristics

• The company is very sound financially.
• We are adding additional properties to the portfolio every year.
• We have a strong track record of promoting people based on performance, results, and willingness to relocate.

Internet Links

HEI Hotels & Resorts http://www.heihospitality.com

How to Apply

Job #115679 — Compensation & Benefits Manager

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