Sr Director, Total Rewards

Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we’re doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We’re unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

As a leader at Sunrun, you’ll bring our leadership principles to life by creating the experience, leading by example, and communicating well & often. You’ll keep score to drive results, develop people to help them grow, and build a deliberate culture where our values shine: We Love People, We Love to Create, and We Love to Run. Most importantly, you’ll attract and retain top talent to help Sunrun build the best team on the planet. Together, we run.​

This role will be a critical leader leading,  designing and delivering a holistic, human-centered people strategy that attracts, retains, and engages world-class talent to drive Sunrun's mission. This individual will lead a high-performing team across all People Operations, Compensation, Benefits, and the Data & Analytics functions. As a key partner to the Executive Leadership Team, this role will own and evolve our total rewards philosophy and compensation-related interactions with the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors.

The ideal candidate has a strategic command of total rewards and people operations, coupled with executive compensation expertise, exceptional analytical rigor, and the ability to guide and influence stakeholders with confidence.

Total Rewards Strategy & Execution

• Compensation: Drive the design, implementation, and administration of all compensation programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, and team member recognition. Lead the annual compensation cycle, including benchmarking, merit increases, and equity grants.

• Executive Compensation & Board Engagement: Own the preparation of Compensation Committee materials and provide strategic counsel to the executive team and board on equity programs, pay-for-performance, and market competitiveness.

• Benefits & Wellness: Lead the strategic design and administration of our benefits and wellbeing programs, ensuring they are competitive, inclusive, and supportive of a diverse employee population. Lead the annual open enrollment process and oversee vendor partnerships and compliance to optimize costs and the employee experience.

People Operations & Compliance

• Operational Excellence: Lead and mentor the People Operations team to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across all HR systems and processes

• HRIS Optimization: Act as a key partner for HRIS system strategy and functionality, ensuring our technology supports the efficient execution of People Team initiatives.

• Compliance & Governance: Partner with Legal and Finance to ensure full compliance with public company disclosure requirements, audits, and all federal, state, and local regulations governing compensation, benefits, and employment.

People Data & Analytics

• Data-Driven Insights: Build and maintain robust people analytics to support transparency and data-driven decisions for leadership across all People functions.

• Metrics & Reporting: Own key metrics and reporting to measure the effectiveness and ROI of our total rewards programs and overall people strategy.

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in Total Rewards and People Operations, including executive compensation leadership in a publicly traded company.

• Experience directly supporting Compensation Committees and engaging with board-level stakeholders.

• Deep knowledge of compensation structures (base, bonus, equity), benefits programs, HRIS systems (e.g., Workday)

• Familiarity with SEC regulations, proxy disclosure, and CD&A reporting.

• Strong analytical, modeling, and communication skills, with the ability to distill complex data into actionable insights for both executives and employees.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field; an advanced degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP) are highly preferred.

• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders, and lead through influence in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Recruiter:

Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only.  It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation.  Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

Starting salary/wage for this opportunity:

Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. You can learn more here.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, some essential job functions, and qualifications for the role. It may not include all essential functions, tasks, or requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at [email protected].

Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.  We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. Learn more here: EEO | Sunrun