Associate Director of Compensation & Benefits

Why We Exist and What We Do:

At Dr. Squatch (www.drsquatch.com), we’re raising the bar on men’s personal care with our line of natural, high-performance products. We’re on a high-growth, fast-moving ride, continually introducing new product categories, launching into retailers nationwide, and growing internationally. We have been recognized and certified by Great Place to Work® multiple times, and we achieved status as a certified B Corp in 2023. We are looking for passionate, talented people who want to join us in our mission to inspire and educate men to be happier and healthier!

About the Role:

Dr. Squatch’s P&C Team is seeking a highly motivated and organized Associate Director of Compensation & Benefits to join our team.  This role will involve end-to-end ownership of compensation and benefits management, including supervising payroll processing. This position requires a deep understanding of employee compensation and benefits trends, analytical skills, and an ability to build relationships internally with stakeholders and externally with vendors.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of compensation, benefits, and payroll processes, including a comprehensive understanding of payroll and benefits compliance, including local, state, and federal filings. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.

This role will report to the Senior Director of People & Culture and Risk Management.

This is a full-time hybrid role with company benefits based out of Squatch HQ in Marina del Rey, CA, with regular scheduled trips to our manufacturing facility in Brea, CA.

The anticipated base compensation for this role will be $105,000 to $135,000. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and local market rates.

What you'll do:

• Develop, implement, and administer the organization's compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive, equitable, and aligned with Dr. Squatch's objectives and talent strategy.
• Assist with developing and managing the departmental budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and optimal resource allocation.
• Develop and present reports and analyses on compensation, benefits, and payroll data to senior leadership, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Manage the annual pay increase and bonus processes, providing guidance to managers and ensuring alignment with performance management, working cross-functionally with the Engagement/L&D team.
• Provide guidance and support to People & Culture team members and managers on compensation-related matters.
• Manage vendor relationships for benefits administration, ensuring cost-effectiveness and high-quality service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable benefits regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA).
• Evaluate and recommend enhancements to the benefits package based on employee needs and market trends.
• Make recommendations for funding structure for benefits programs (e.g., fully insured, self-insured, level-funded) to align with company goals while managing expenses effectively.
• Direct and oversee all aspects of payroll processing, including salary calculations, deductions, tax withholdings, and direct deposits.
• Monitor compliance with payroll regulations and manage local, state, and federal payroll filings, implementing necessary changes in response to regulatory updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You:

• 7+ years of experience in human resources, compensation, benefits administration, or a similar role is required.
• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance, or a related field is desired. Additional experience in lieu of a degree accepted.
• HR, payroll, and/or benefits certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP, CEBS, or similar) is preferred.
• Strategic professional capable of advising on corporate direction related to employee compensation and benefits, focusing on compliance and effective management.
• Prior experience with a professional employer organization (PEO) is beneficial.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to succinctly present 
• Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll and benefits compliance and processes, including familiarity with ADP and UKG systems.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for innovation is a plus.
• A positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a good sense of humor are essential.

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Who We Are:

Our core values come naturally and make us a better, more whole, and unique team. We are Bold & Innovative - we are creative, rethink how things are done, and find a way. We Play to Win - we have high standards, we encourage ownership of work, we are scrappy, we act with urgency, and we invest in the outcome of our work. We are Team Squatch - we are humble, help others outside our own wheelhouse, stay positive, have fun, and have approachable and transparent leadership.

We offer a competitive salary in a growth-focused & collaborative team environment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with Squatch match, and PTO. We also have great perks like healthy snacks, frequent company events, and of course, free products!

For Applicants with Disabilities. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified applicants with disabilities may participate in the application process. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know when you submit your application and we'll do our very best to adjust as needed.

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Unsolicited Resume Policy. Dr. Squatch (“DRSQ”) employs an internal Talent Acquisition department. Exceptionally, DRSQ may choose to supplement that internal team with support from temporary staffing agencies, placement services, and/or recruiting agencies ("Agency"). Agencies are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact DRSQ employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. DRSQ’s Talent Acquisition team is responsible for all candidate presentations to our hiring managers.

To protect the interests of all parties, Dr. Squatch will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to DRSQ, including unsolicited resumes sent to a DRSQ email address or mailing address, directly to DRSQ employees, or to DRSQ’s resume database will be considered property of Dr. Squatch.

DRSQ will not pay a placement, service or other fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. This also includes partial resumes, LinkedIn profiles, general candidate profiles, and/or candidate details or information. DRSQ will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.

DRSQ’s Talent Acquisition team must provide advance written approval to an Agency to submit resumes and/or profiles for a specific job-opening, and the approval must be in conjunction with a valid fully executed staffing, placement or other service agreement. DRSQ will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have a fully executed agreement in place prior to submission, receipt and placement of candidates.