What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Total Rewards & HR Operations position at Anteris Technologies?
Anteris is a science-driven structural heart company that is redefining expectations and advancing the field through cutting-edge solutions focused on restoring native-like physiology versus treating symptoms of structural heart disease. We are currently developing a new class of TAVR designed to mimic the performance of a healthy aortic valve. With offices in Minneapolis, MN, US; Geneva, Switzerland; and Brisbane and Perth, Australia, we have a growing and inclusive team.
We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused Senior Manager, Total Rewards & HR Operations to lead executive compensation, global total rewards programs, and core HR operational infrastructure for a publicly traded medical device company listed on both the U.S. Nasdaq and Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
Reporting to the VP, Human Resources, this leader will own executive compensation administration and program execution, design and oversee global merit and incentive processes, and drive operational excellence across HR systems, compliance, and employee experience platforms. This role will ensure that all compensation and HR programs are accurate, compliant, scalable, and executive-ready.
This position manages a small HR operations team and works closely with executive compensation consultants, external counsel, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership.
At Anteris Technologies, you’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving the lives of patients with aortic stenosis through breakthrough structural heart technologies — and help build the organizational foundation supporting that impact.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Executive Compensation & Equity Programs
Skills, Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications
Target base salary range: $150,000 – $175,000, plus annual incentive opportunity and equity eligibility. Final compensation will be based on experience and alignment with role requirements.
What We Offer:
Anteris Technologies recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We have a clear vision: to be a place of belonging for all humans by promoting diversity, multiculturism and inclusion, as a goal and reflection across the organization. Diversity is more than a commitment - it is part of our mission to deliver the best structural heart products on a global scale.
We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused Senior Manager, Total Rewards & HR Operations to lead executive compensation, global total rewards programs, and core HR operational infrastructure for a publicly traded medical device company listed on both the U.S. Nasdaq and Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
Reporting to the VP, Human Resources, this leader will own executive compensation administration and program execution, design and oversee global merit and incentive processes, and drive operational excellence across HR systems, compliance, and employee experience platforms. This role will ensure that all compensation and HR programs are accurate, compliant, scalable, and executive-ready.
This position manages a small HR operations team and works closely with executive compensation consultants, external counsel, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership.
At Anteris Technologies, you’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving the lives of patients with aortic stenosis through breakthrough structural heart technologies — and help build the organizational foundation supporting that impact.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Executive Compensation & Equity Programs
- Lead administration and execution of executive compensation programs for a dual-listed public company (Nasdaq and ASX)
- Partner with external executive compensation consultants and counsel to prepare materials for executive leadership and Board review
- Ensure executive compensation deliverables are accurate, compliant, and “Board ready”
- Oversee annual equity grant programs and new hire equity administration
- Maintain and enhance long-term incentive programs
- Lead development and proposal of an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Support proxy-related compensation disclosures and required reporting
- Design/execute/oversee annual merit, bonus and promotion planning processes
- Manage bonus calculations and payout administration
- Lead global pay equity analysis and diversity pay reporting
- Maintain job architecture, salary banding structure, role pay leveling and global benchmarking
- Ensure compliance with multi-state and global pay regulations (8 countries and growing)
- Oversee U.S. 401(k) program administration and vendor management
- Support evaluation and enhancement of benefit offerings
- Develop total rewards communication materials (brochures, guides, education sessions)
- Lead/oversee RFP and implementation for future HRIS platform
- Build HR analytics and dashboard capabilities
- Maintain global HR calendar of processes, compliance, training & cultural events
- Oversee HR intranet pages (Manager Hub, Wellness Hub, ERGs, etc.)
- Improve onboarding and compliance training schedules (Code of Conduct, handbook, etc.)
- Support development of global attendance & handbook related policies and workforce compliance records
- Oversee US Payroll (in partnership with Finance)
- Oversee EOR & entity-related relationships across multiple countries
- Ensure compliance across U.S. multi-state employment and international locations
- Partner with Legal and/or Finance on employment and payroll regulatory matters
- Maintain operational documentation and controls, SOX & employee personnel records, etc.
- Lead and develop 1–2 HR team members
- Provide quality control and oversight for compensation and HR operations deliverables
- Build bench strength and scalable processes
Skills, Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications
- 10 years of progressive HR experience
- 6 years in compensation or total rewards
- Direct experience supporting executive compensation for a publicly traded company strongly preferred
- Experience partnering with executive compensation consultants and securities counsel
- Knowledge of equity administration and incentive plan design
- Strong understanding of U.S. multi-state employment law; international exposure preferred
- Experience leading HRIS implementations or major system enhancements
- Demonstrated ability to create executive-level and Board-ready materials
- Exceptional analytical rigor and attention to detail
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Prior team leadership experience strongly preferred
- Experience overseeing payroll and/or HR Operations preferred
- High accountability and ownership mindset
- Structured, highly detail-oriented, and process-driven
- Comfortable operating in a high-growth, evolving, “build” environment
- Able to translate technical compensation topics into executive-ready summaries
- Strong judgment and discretion handling confidential matters
Target base salary range: $150,000 – $175,000, plus annual incentive opportunity and equity eligibility. Final compensation will be based on experience and alignment with role requirements.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on the healthcare industry by advancing groundbreaking therapies.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Competitive compensation package, including salary, performance-based bonuses, and stock options.
- Career development opportunities and a chance to be part of a growing company that values its employees.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401k Company Match
- Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Employee Equity Program
- Paid Holidays & Vacation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Inclusive Team Environment
Anteris Technologies recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We have a clear vision: to be a place of belonging for all humans by promoting diversity, multiculturism and inclusion, as a goal and reflection across the organization. Diversity is more than a commitment - it is part of our mission to deliver the best structural heart products on a global scale.
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000