Director of Total Rewards

About the role

This role defines the total rewards strategy for a dynamic, high-growth fitness organization. The Director of Total Rewards leads the design and execution of compensation and benefits programs. These programs must attract, retain, and motivate top talent across gyms, field teams, and corporate functions. The position requires ownership of end-to-end total rewards strategy. This strategy must support rapid growth, operational excellence, and IPO readiness.

The successful candidate brings extensive experience operating within large, multi-state, brick-and-mortar organizations. Experience in high-volume, hourly, deskless environments is essential. The organization employs over thirteen thousand team members. The role demands proven success managing complex workforce structures. This includes navigating overtime rules and timekeeping for blended hourly and exempt staff.

About EōS Fitness and Core Purpose

EōS Fitness operates with a distinct identity and mission. The company is bold, upbeat, and highly motivating. This culture extends to both members and employees. Team members are expected to rise to challenges and address them directly. The organization's Core Purpose is to create loyal, lifelong fans and exercise practitioners. Achieving this purpose relies on five Core Values. These values are taking personal responsibility, being optimistic and having fun, learning and growing, being a team player, and fighting hard to win.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Total Rewards supports the Board Compensation Committee in critical activities. This includes preparing materials for meetings and discussions. The role involves peer group benchmarking and market data analysis. The director contributes to drafting Compensation Discussion & Analysis for Named Executive Officers.

This position assists in designing and administering long-term incentive compensation programs. Programs may include Restricted Stock Units, stock options, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The role coordinates 409A compliance and cap table management. This work requires close partnership with Legal and Finance teams.

The director designs incentive and variable pay structures for a unique workforce. The workforce is multistate, deskless, and experiences high turnover. Variable-hour schedules are common. Designing these structures requires strict adherence to FLSA Regular Rate of Pay compliance. The role oversees overtime regulations and timekeeping practices across multiple states.

This role guides executive, sales, and field incentive structures. The goal is to align these structures with EōS Fitness objectives. The strategy must support retention efforts within high-turnover environments. The director owns the benefits strategy and vendor management. This ensures comprehensive coverage, cost control, and a positive employee experience.

Analyzing compensation data and market benchmarks is a core function. This analysis supports pay decisions and equity adjustments. The director prepares presentations for the Board Compensation Committee. These presentations translate complex compensation topics into clear recommendations.

The director steers total rewards programs for deskless, multistate teams. Programs must integrate learning, growth, and recognition initiatives. Collaboration with People Operations is required. This partnership drives onboarding, mobility, and retention programs. These programs must reinforce the company culture and performance standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Equivalent practical experience is also acceptable. The role requires over thirteen years of total rewards leadership experience. Candidates must have led large organizations with more than ten thousand employees.

Deep experience in IPO or public company compensation planning is mandatory. The director must understand regulations for hourly, variable-hour, and deskless workforces. Proven success in retail or brick-and-mortar settings is required. The ideal candidate has managed high-volume frontline teams.

Compensation and Location

The position is based in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. The compensation package includes a yearly salary. Target bonus and equity are available for eligible roles. Exact details are confirmed Nice to Have

Experience within union environments or complex labor structures is valued. This experience would be an asset in navigating diverse workforce challenges.

Practical Notes

This page outlines the core expectations for the position. All practical details are confirmed Applicants are encouraged to review that page for the most current information.