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Total Rewards has become today's most essential HR capability. Retention, pay equity and program expenses have heightened the awareness for effective Total Rewards professionals in organizations, resulting in a 60% increase in Total Rewards-focused roles since 2018.  Our latest report, Total Rewards Career Insights, delves into the evolving landscape of Total Rewards, comparing shifts over the last 15 years. You’ll get a firsthand view into the skills needed, outlooks on the occupation, and future career trajectories of Total Rewards professionals.

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Latest News (253)
Why Financial Wellness Benefits Are More Important than Ever
Why Financial Wellness Benefits Are More Important than Ever

By helping employees build financial resilience, employers can foster a healthier, more future-ready workforce.

How to Tackle the Retirement Savings Gap for Women
How to Tackle the Retirement Savings Gap for Women

Data shows women’s retirement savings lag substantially behind those for men. Offering related benefits can help women better prepare.

Using Metrics to Drive Employee Retirement Readiness
Using Metrics to Drive Employee Retirement Readiness

This article dissects some key data points and shares how to leverage them to help employees toward a more fiscally sound retirement.

SCOTUS Bans Higher Discrimination Bar for ‘Majority Group’ Plaintiffs
SCOTUS Bans Higher Discrimination Bar for ‘Majority Group’ Plaintiffs

The Supreme Court’s June 5 unanimous ruling will make it easier for workers to file “reverse discrimination” lawsuits against their employer.

Sales Compensation Lessons from a Legal Settlement
Sales Compensation Lessons from a Legal Settlement

This article touches on some of the allegations in a prominent case and what companies can do to protect themselves from similar issues.

Are Employers Aligned with Workers’ Pay and Benefit Concerns?
Are Employers Aligned with Workers’ Pay and Benefit Concerns?

Total rewards professionals need to be able to strike the right balance when budgets are tight and financial stress is high.

Feature Articles (99)
How Well Do You Elevate Employee Input into Total Rewards Design?
How Well Do You Elevate Employee Input into Total Rewards Design?

Organizations say they want employee input on total rewards, but they often don’t pursue it to effectively inform strategy.

Commuter Benefits: Accelerating Effective Strategies
Commuter Benefits: Accelerating Effective Strategies

Employees increasingly identify commuting benefits as a top need, leading employers to prioritize assistance in many cost-effective ways.

Why It’s Time for a Compensation Philosophy Refresh
Why It’s Time for a Compensation Philosophy Refresh

Cookie-cutter compensation philosophies are on the way out. Here’s why and how they are evolving.

UK Tops EU Nations in Pay Transparency Action
UK Tops EU Nations in Pay Transparency Action

Stay informed on EU pay transparency action, India’s TR transformation, Thailand’s employee welfare fund and Germany’s overtime law.

The Role of Total Rewards in Managing Change Fatigue
The Role of Total Rewards in Managing Change Fatigue

In the face of rising change fatigue, a well-designed TR strategy serves as a stabilizing force that enhances employee resilience.

5 Minutes With...Richard Polak, American Benefits Council’s Senior Global Affairs Advisor
5 Minutes With...Richard Polak, American Benefits Council’s Senior Global Affairs Advisor

American Benefits Council’s global affairs expert Richard Polak shares important insights on today’s global benefits priorities and roles.

Webinars (10)
Beyond Borders: Navigating Global Pay Transparency, Equity and Compensation Management
Beyond Borders: Navigating Global Pay Transparency, Equity and Compensation Management
Virtual (Live) on 2025-06-12
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Membership Orientation - June 2025
Membership Orientation - June 2025
Virtual (Live) on 2025-06-25
Performance Management is Killing Performance: Here's the Fix
Performance Management is Killing Performance: Here's the Fix
On Demand
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A New Era in Total Rewards: Key Components of a Mature Strategy
A New Era in Total Rewards: Key Components of a Mature Strategy
On Demand
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Turn Your Compensation Spreadsheets Into a Secure, Multi-User Business App
Turn Your Compensation Spreadsheets Into a Secure, Multi-User Business App
On Demand
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Reimagining Total Rewards – A Personalized and Dynamic Experience
Reimagining Total Rewards – A Personalized and Dynamic Experience
On Demand
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Courses (11)
Course
Retirement Plans: Design Considerations & Administration Learn to design and manage cost-effective employer-sponsored retirement plans that align with your organization’s strategies.
Starting at: Members: $1,395.00 USD Non-Members: $1,993.00 USD
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Health and Welfare Plans: Strategic Planning and Design Learn advanced, cost-effective strategies for designing and managing employee health and welfare benefit plans.
Starting at: Members: $1,395.00 USD Non-Members: $1,993.00 USD
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Health and Welfare Plans: Plan Types & Administration Master the fundamentals of selecting and managing employee health and welfare plans for your organization.
Starting at: Members: $1,395.00 USD Non-Members: $1,993.00 USD
Course
Business Acumen and Communication Strategies in Total Rewards Enhance your strategic insight, organizational influence and communication effectiveness to ensure Total Rewards programs have high impact.
Starting at: Members: $1,395.00 USD Non-Members: $1,993.00 USD
Events (7)
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July 29, 2025Seattle, WA
WorldatWork Seattle Summit

Join global leaders and local peers for a one-day Total Rewards event and networking in Seattle.


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September 9 - 10, 2025Toronto, ON
Total Rewards Canada

Join a 2-day Total Rewards conference for Canadians, tailored to Canada’s talent and market dynamics.

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September 16, 2025Minneapolis, MN
WorldatWork Minneapolis Summit

One-day event with innovative Total Rewards solutions and peer networking in the greater Minneapolis area.

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September 23 - 24, 2025Bengaluru
Total Rewards '25 India

India’s Rewards Revolution Starts Here. Join 200+ Total Rewards leaders this September in Bengaluru

Research (10)
Research
Jan 30, 2025
Total Rewards Leader 2025 Priorities

Nearly 250 Total Rewards Leaders share priorities for driving positive organizational outcomes.

Research
Sep 4, 2024
Bonus Programs & Practices

See the impact of bonus programs and practices at privately-held and publicly-traded companies, non-profit organizations and government entities.

Research
Sep 4, 2024
Total Rewards Inventory of Programs & Practices

This report provides benchmarks for the prevalence of a wide variety of total rewards programs and practices.

Research
Jul 30, 2024
2024-2025 Salary Budget Survey

Offering robust, year-over-year data, this survey will help you design competitive compensation plans that attract and retain high-performing employees. Use the included Online Reporting Tool to build customized reports based on industry and geographic area (U.S. and Canada). This year’s survey includes base salary increases and merit budgets for 22 countries including in-depth salary budget insights in the United States (U.S.), Canada, India, and the United Kingdom. 

Tools (11)
FLSA Implementation Toolkit

U.S. FLSA templates and resources.

FMLA Advisor

Up-to-date information on the Family and Medical Leave Act in the United States.

Glossary of Key Rewards and HR Terms

Reliable definitions for key Total Rewards, Compensation and HR terms.

Performance Review Builder

Customizable digital template with performance standards.

Books (1)
Handbook of Total Rewards published by WorldatWork, the total rewards association
Book
The WorldatWork Handbook of Total Rewards

Sharpen your knowledge and skills for handling the new evolving world of total rewards.

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