Vice President of Global Total Rewards

Tyler Technologies
United States, Maine, Yarmouth
Sep 03, 2026
Vice President of Global Total Rewards Apply Online This position also participates in Tyler's executive incentive program. Recruiter can provide additional details regarding total compensation and on-target earnings (OTE) Executive Summary The Vice President, Global Total Rewards is a strategic HR executive responsible for designing, leading, and advancing Tyler Technologies' comprehensive total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, wellbeing, recognition, and executive pay programs. Reporting directly to the CHRO, this role serves as a key member of the HR Leadership Team and a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board Compensation Committee on matters related to talent investment, rewards governance, workforce competitiveness, and shareholder alignment. The Vice President will lead the development of innovative, market-competitive, and fiscally responsible rewards programs that enable Tyler Technologies to attract, retain, engage, and motivate a high-performing workforce. This executive will oversee all aspects of broad-based compensation, executive compensation, incentive plans, benefits, and rewards analytics while ensuring strong governance, regulatory compliance, and alignment with the company's growth strategy and culture. Leading the Senior Director, Compensation and the Senior Director, Benefits, the Vice President will build organizational capability within the Total Rewards function and drive a culture of excellence, innovation, and customer service. The role requires a proven enterprise leader with deep expertise in compensation and benefits, strong business and financial acumen, board-level credibility, and the ability to translate complex rewards strategies into measurable business outcomes. Success in this position will be defined by the ability to align total rewards investments with Tyler's business objectives, strengthen talent attraction and retention, maintain executive compensation governance, and position Total Rewards as a strategic driver of organizational performance and employee experience. Location Plano, Texas \| Yarmouth, Maine \| Troy, Michigan \| Herndon, Virginia \| Kansas City, Kansas Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and execute Tyler's Global Total Rewards strategy. Align rewards programs with business objectives, talent priorities, and shareholder interests. Establish Total Rewards as a strategic business enabler. Executive Compensation Lead executive compensation strategy and governance. Oversee annual and long-term incentive plans. Support Compensation Committee and Board discussions. Compensation Strategy Direct broad-based compensation philosophy, global pay structures, and market competitiveness. Lead merit, bonus, and incentive planning processes in each country where Tyler operates. Benefits & Wellbeing Establish competitive and financially sustainable benefits strategies. Oversee healthcare, retirement, wellbeing, and leave programs. Manage vendor relationships and program effectiveness. Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. Maintain strong governance and internal controls. Manage executive compensation disclosures and related reporting. Analytics & Workforce Insights Utilize workforce and market analytics to drive decision making. Develop executive dashboards and reporting. Measure return on rewards investments. Organizational Leadership Lead and develop the Total Rewards organization. Coach and develop the Senior Director, Compensation and Senior Director, Benefits. Strengthen culture and enable a high-functioning team. Key Qualifications Leadership Experience 15+ years of progressive Total Rewards leadership experience. Experience leading enterprise compensation and benefits functions for one or more organizations with rewards in 5 or more countries. Proven success building and leading high-performing teams. Technical Expertise Deep expertise in: Executive compensation in one or more public corporations, preferably S&P 500 Broad-based compensation Incentive design Sales compensation design Global benefits strategy and vendor/partner management Global governance and compliance Global and US pay equity and transparency Board & Public Company Experience Experience supporting Compensation Committees and Boards of Directors. Executive compensation governance expertise. Familiarity with proxy disclosures and shareholder considerations. Business Acumen Strong financial and analytical capabilities. Ability to connect talent investments to business performance. Experience managing significant compensation and benefits budgets. Demonstrated ability to build data-driven business cases or investment and deliver ROI. Education Bachelor's degree or higher in business or finance preferred. CCP, CBP, or related certifications preferred. Work Location/Arrangement Preferred locations (in order of preference): Plano TX, Yarmouth ME, Herndon VA, Overland Park, KS, Troy, MI Work arrangement: In Office Taking Care of You & Your Family Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we invest in our team members by offering competitive benefits to support their health and financial wellness. Learn more about how we care for our people. Tyler is subject to regulations, guidelines, and/or client requirements relating to the qualifications of Tyler personnel performing certain client work. Because of the nature of this position, it is a requirement that the candidate can successfully pass a federal background check at the time an offer is extended and over the course of employment with Tyler. Apply Online Requisition Number:2026-9375 #LI-Onsite #LI-ZJ1 Tyler Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request by emailing jobs@tylertech.com or by calling 800.646.2633 ext. 791008. Please keep in mind these methods are reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.