For over 50 years, the Critical Care business within Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) has operated at the intersection of groundbreaking medical innovation and improved patient care. Put simply, we exist because we’re committed to creating a world where every patient who should be monitored will be monitored with smart technology.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Direct activities of multiple sub-functions (broad based comp, sales comp, executive and equity compensation as well as benefits, wellness, and employee health) across the global organization and multiple levels of management within the company while developing and implementing strategic vision, plans and objectives for the organization in alignment with corporate strategy.

• Set overall Total Rewards and Well-being strategy and present recommendations to advise and guide executive level leadership; develop and deliver executive level communication across functions that impact multiple areas of the business

• Oversee all Critical Care total rewards projects with highest criticality including approving appropriate specific projects

• Attract, Retain and Develop a world-class team across Total Rewards where leadership excellence is front of mind

• Oversee Total Rewards and Well-being budgets including making final decisions on investments and ensure funds are utilized strategically to meet Critical Care financial goals

• Oversee and manage U.S fringe budget in partnership with Finance

• Engage and share best practices with external experts to understand the market and emerging tools, trends and opportunities. Assist in framing the conversation within relevant associations on the future of executive compensation, global equity, benefits/wellness, and payroll. Serve as a SME within external associations

• Partner with CHRO on strategic, global HR operating plan annually

• Direct activities of multiple sub-functions (broad based comp, sales comp, executive and equity compensation as well as benefits, wellness, and employee health) across the global organization and multiple levels of management within the company while developing and implementing strategic vision, plans and objectives for the organization in alignment with corporate strategy.

• Set overall Total Rewards and Well-being strategy and present recommendations to advise and guide executive level leadership; develop and deliver executive level communication across functions that impact multiple areas of the business

• Oversee all Critical Care total rewards projects with highest criticality including approving appropriate specific projects

• Attract, Retain and Develop a world-class team across Total Rewards where leadership excellence is front of mind

• Oversee Total Rewards and Well-being budgets including making final decisions on investments and ensure funds are utilized strategically to meet Critical Care financial goals

• Oversee and manage U.S fringe budget in partnership with Finance

• Engage and share best practices with external experts to understand the market and emerging tools, trends and opportunities. Assist in framing the conversation within relevant associations on the future of executive compensation, global equity, benefits/wellness, and payroll. Serve as a SME within external associations

• Partner with CHRO on strategic, global HR operating plan annually

What you will need (required):

• Bachelor's Degree in related field

• Minimum 17 years of experience in multiple areas including: compensation (broad-based, sales, executive and equity) benefits, and wellness

• Preferred: Master's Degree or equivalent

• Demonstrated track record in people management

What else we look for (preferred):

• Preferred: Master's Degree or equivalent

• Experience working in a regulated industry

• Proven successful project management leadership skills

• Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and related tools and systems

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making; Executive presence with strategic thinking skills

• Experience with supporting CHRO with any and all Board of Director deliverables

• Former M&A experience in the space of Total Rewards

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives

• Expert understanding of executive compensation, global equity, benefits/wellness, and payroll procedures with broad based business and industry knowledge coupled with high-level knowledge of company

• Expert understanding of related aspects of Total Rewards and Well-being processes and/or systems

• Expert knowledge of financial funding models that relate to executive compensation, benefits, and payroll

• Demonstrated ability to direct teams and provide coaching and feedback, including responsibility for all employee actions including hire/fire authority and partnering with HR on all aspects of employee relations

• Ability to develop and integrate metrics into programs, initiatives, and operations that clearly demonstrate the value of executive compensation, global equity, benefits/wellness, and payroll to the business

• Demonstrated ability to serve as core partner to senior leaders in Business Units, Functional Groups, and Regions

• Strict attention to detail

• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization

• Ability to work and excel within a fast-paced, dynamic, and constantly changing work environment

• Ability to serve as a principal spokesperson for the function/region/BU on highly significant matters

• Ability to provide leadership and direction to large cross-functional teams to successfully implement global enterprise systems and related solutions

• Develop relationships and leverage them to influence change

• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $219,000 to $310,000(highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.