Overview

Job Location:
San Diego, CA, United States

Our people are foundational to our strategy– they are not ‘resources’ that we leverage! Our People team (formerly Human Resources) partners with leaders to engage and attract high performing, diverse, entrepreneurial talent. We continuously challenge ourselves to be BOLD in our thinking, design and delivery of people solutions that enable our people to be the best that they can be and drive exceptional ResMed success.

 

About the Role

As the Head of Global Rewards, you will lead a global Centre of Excellence (CoE) responsible for designing and delivering ResMed’s total rewards strategy. This includes compensation, benefits, recognition and mobility programs that are equitable, scalable, and aligned with our business and talent strategies. You will play a critical role in shaping how we attract, retain, and engage talent across 40+ countries, while driving operational excellence and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards Strategy

  • Design, execute, and continuously evolve a comprehensive total rewards strategy that supports the company’s overall business goals, culture, and values.

  • Lead all aspects of global compensation (base, variable, and equity), benefits, and international mobility.

  • Provide strategic guidance to the executive leadership team on compensation structures, market competitiveness, and program effectiveness.

Compensation

  • Design and maintain global compensation structures including base pay, salary bands, and geographic differentials.

  • Conduct regular market benchmarking and pay equity analyses to ensure competitiveness and fairness.

  • Lead annual compensation review cycles and support workforce planning with compensation insights.

Strategic Compensation Partnering

  • Lead a team of Compensation Partners that provide advice to People Business Partners and business leaders on compensation-related matters.

  • Enable regional and functional Compensation Partners with tools, frameworks, and guidance to support local execution.

  • Build capability across the People team to interpret and apply compensation principles effectively.

Executive & Equity Compensation

  • Lead the design and governance of executive compensation programs, including short- and long-term incentives.

  • Oversee the development of performance-based LTIP frameworks aligned with company objectives and shareholder value creation.

  • Partner with the Board, ELT, and Legal on equity strategy, grant cycles, and regulatory compliance.

  • Ensure strong governance, regulatory compliance (e.g., SEC, proxy disclosure), and transparent communication for all executive pay matters.

  • Oversee global equity administration and communication strategies to drive understanding and engagement.

Compensation Operations

  • Oversee compensation systems, data integrity, and process automation (e.g., Workday, benchmarking platforms).

  • Ensure operational excellence in compensation delivery, including audits, reporting, and compliance.

  • Drive continuous improvement in compensation processes and tools to enhance efficiency and user experience.

Benefits

  • Develop and manage global benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and insurance offerings.

  • Lead benefits harmonization and vendor optimization across regions.

  • Ensure compliance with local regulations and alignment with employee needs and company values.

  • Partner with internal communications to drive awareness and engagement with benefits offerings.

Recognition

  • Develop and implement recognition programs that celebrate employee achievements and milestones.

  • Partner with leadership to create a culture of recognition and appreciation across the organization.

Global Mobility

  • Oversee global mobility programs including expatriate assignments, relocation, immigration, and tax compliance.

  • Collaborate with external providers and internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless employee experience and policy compliance.

Leadership & Transformation

  • Lead and develop a high-performing global team across multiple time zones and functions.

  • Drive transformation initiatives such as centralization of benefits administration, automation of HR processes, and geolocation strategies for CoE roles.

  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the CPO and ELT on workforce cost optimization and reinvestment into talent development.

Qualifications & Experience

  • 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with deep expertise in Compensation, Benefits and Mobility.

  • Proven success in leading global teams and scaling programs in complex, matrixed organizations.

  • Strong understanding of compensation and benefits regulations across key markets (e.g., US, EMEA, APAC).

  • Experience with Workday and advanced analytics platforms preferred.

  • Experience in M&A with the proven ability to effectively navigate compensation-related challenges during integrations.

  • Strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, stakeholder management, and change leadership skills.

We are shaping the future at ResMed, and we recognize the need to build on and broaden our existing skills and continue to attract and retain the world’s best talent. We work hard to offer holistic benefits packages, provide flexible work arrangements, cultivate a workforce culture that allows employees to grow personally and professionally, and deliver competitive salaries to our team members. Employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. This position qualifies for the following benefits package: comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance. Employees accrue fifteen days Paid Time Off (PTO) in their first year of employment, receive 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for 14 weeks of primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members. 

Individual pay decisions are based on a variety of factors, such as the candidate’s geographic work location, relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills.

At ResMed, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  A reasonable estimate of the current base range for this position is: $249,000 – $375,000

Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.