Head of Total Rewards & People Operations

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com .

Job Description:

Head of Total Rewards & People Operations

Role Summary

As the Vice President, Head of Total Rewards and People operations, you will be responsible for the strategy, governance, and execution of the company’s global Total Rewards, HR Operations, Payroll, and HRIS functions. This role ensures the company maintains competitive, compliant, and scalable rewards and people operations practices that support business performance, talent strategy, and shareholder expectations.

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, this leader serves as a key advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors, with direct accountability for executive compensation, compensation committee support, regulatory compliance, and public company disclosures related to compensation and human capital.

# Key Responsibilities

Board, Compensation Committee & Public Company Responsibilities

- Serve as a primary HR and Total Rewards advisor to the CHRO and Board of Directors and Compensation Committee.

- Lead preparation of all materials for Compensation Committee meetings, including executive compensation programs, incentive plan design, equity awards, performance outcomes, and market benchmarking.

- Partner with Legal, Finance, and external advisors to ensure executive compensation programs align with governance best practices, shareholder expectations, and regulatory requirements.

- Oversee executive compensation strategy, including base pay, annual incentives, long‑term incentives, equity programs, retention arrangements, and severance frameworks.

- Lead the development, review, and governance of proxy disclosures related to executive compensation, pay‑for‑performance, and human capital reporting.

- Ensure compliance with all applicable public company regulations, including SEC disclosure requirements, say‑on‑pay considerations, and global compensation compliance standards.

- Support internal and external audits related to compensation, payroll, benefits, and HR operations.

- Monitor evolving governance, regulatory, and shareholder advisory trends and proactively advise leadership on implications and risk mitigation.

Total Rewards Strategy & Executive Compensation

- Design and oversee global compensation, benefits, equity, and rewards strategies aligned to business objectives and talent needs.

- Establish and govern progressive compensation philosophy, job architecture, leveling, and pay frameworks across the organization.

- Ensure rewards programs are competitive, performance‑based, equitable, and aligned with market practices.

- Provide strategic guidance on workforce cost management, incentive effectiveness, and rewards investments.

- Drive transparency, education, and manager capability around rewards programs and decision‑making.

Benefits & Well‑Being

- Lead global benefits strategy, including health and welfare, retirement, time off, and well‑being programs.

- Ensure benefits offerings are competitive, compliant, cost‑effective, and responsive to regional needs.

- Manage vendor relationships, renewals, and benefits governance with a focus on employee experience and fiscal discipline.

HR Operations & Payroll

- Oversee global HR operations and payroll to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of services.

- Establish scalable operating models, service standards, and clear ownership across regions.

- Drive operational excellence through process simplification, automation, and continuous improvement.

- Partner with Finance, Legal, and Compliance to maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.

HRIS, Systems & Data Enablement

- Own the HR technology ecosystem, including HRIS and related platforms, ensuring stability, adoption, and scalability.

- Define and execute the HRIS roadmap aligned with business and HR priorities.

- Partner with Technology function and CIO to develop technology roadmap and execution

- Strengthen data integrity, reporting, and analytics to support decision‑making and workforce insights.

- Enable self‑service, standardized global processes, and technology‑enabled efficiencies, to include HR 2.0

Leadership & Enterprise Partnership

- Build, lead, and develop high‑performing teams across Total Rewards, HR Operations, Payroll, and HRIS.

- Act as a trusted partner to senior leaders on rewards, workforce costs, people infrastructure, and operational risk.

- Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners and Centers of Excellence to support the full employee lifecycle.

- Lead change management for rewards, systems, and operational transformations.

Qualifications & Experience

- 15+ years of progressive leadership experience across Total Rewards, HR Operations, Payroll, and/or HRIS in a global, complex organization.

- Demonstrated experience supporting public company Boards and Compensation Committees.

- Deep expertise in executive compensation, incentive design, equity programs, and governance.

- Proven experience with proxy disclosure, regulatory compliance, and public company reporting requirements.

- Strong financial, analytical, and business acumen; ability to partner effectively with Finance, Legal, and external advisors.

- Experience leading large‑scale HR technology platforms and operational transformations.

- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree and/or relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, CEBS) preferred.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.