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Total Rewards Governance Partner

TRC Talent Solutions

Columbia, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Actuarial Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Fiduciary, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Legal, Maintain Compliance, Operations Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Retirement Plan, Risk Management, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
27 days ago

Total Rewards Governance Partner
Position Summary

Supports governance, administration, and effectiveness of our client's benefits and compensation committees, including Health & Welfare, 401(k), Pension, and Board Compensation Committee. Ensures strong governance practices, prepares high-quality materials, coordinates stakeholders, and delivers clear, decision-ready information. Requires expertise in benefits, retirement plans, fiduciary governance, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Committee Governance & Administration

  • Manage committee operations in alignment with governance standards and regulations

  • Develop annual calendars, meeting schedules, and agendas

  • Prepare, review, and distribute meeting materials

  • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors

  • Track action items and ensure timely completion

  • Maintain charters, records, and governance documentation

Benefits & Committee Support

  • Present benefits and retirement plan information to committees

  • Support fiduciary decision-making and documentation standards

  • Assist with audits, projects, and compliance initiatives

  • Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends

  • Serve as HIPAA Privacy Officer and ensure compliance

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

  • Liaise with vendors, consultants, actuaries, auditors, and legal counsel

  • Partner with HR, Legal, Finance, and Compensation teams

  • Align vendor deliverables with committee needs

  • Identify and implement governance improvements

Standard Responsibilities

  • Complete assigned projects and duties

  • Maintain industry knowledge through ongoing learning

  • Follow security policies and protect sensitive data

  • Support risk management, controls, and audit readiness

Core Competencies

  • Collaboration: Partner effectively across teams

  • Customer Focus: Prioritize stakeholder needs

  • Continuous Improvement: Enhance processes and outcomes

  • Innovation: Adapt and develop solutions

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field

Experience

  • 7–9 years in HR, benefits, compensation, retirement, or governance

  • Committee or fiduciary support experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Expertise in benefits and retirement plans

  • Knowledge of fiduciary governance and regulations (e.g., HIPAA)

  • Strong organization, project management, and attention to detail

  • Executive communication and presentation skills

  • Ability to manage priorities and maintain confidentiality

  • Experience preparing governance and committee materials

About the Company

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