<p>Driven by our respect for people and the planet, Village Farms is an organization that prides itself as a large-scale, Controlled Environment Agriculture-based, vertically integrated supplier for high-value, high-growth plant-based Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) opportunities, with a strong foundation as a leading fresh produce supplier to grocery and large-format retailers throughout the US and Canada, and new high-growth opportunities in the cannabis and CBD categories in North America and selected markets internationally.</p> <p>The Director of Compensation & Benefits is a key leader within the Human Resources function, responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the company's global compensation and benefits programs. This role will oversee executive compensation strategy, equity/stock plans, and employee benefits offerings to ensure they align with business objectives, comply with regulatory requirements, and support talent attraction and retention. As part of a publicly traded global organization, this role will partner closely with senior leadership, the Compensation Committee of the Board, and external advisors to ensure competitive and compliant compensation practices.</p> <p>Location: Lake Mary, Florida - Hybrid/Remote options available</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>Executive & Equity Compensation</p> <ul> <li>Lead the design, administration, and governance of executive compensation programs, including base salary, annual incentives, long-term incentives, and perquisites. </li><li>Oversee global equity and stock plans (RSUs, PSUs, stock options, ESPP), including plan design, compliance, administration, and employee communications. </li><li>Prepare materials and analyses for the Compensation Committee of the Board, including competitive benchmarking, pay-for-performance modeling, and scenario planning. </li><li>Partner with Legal, Finance, and external consultants to ensure compliance with SEC disclosure, proxy reporting, and equity accounting. </li></ul> <p>Broad-Based Compensation</p> <ul> <li>Direct the development and implementation of global compensation programs, salary structures, and incentive plans. </li><li>Oversee annual compensation planning cycles (merit, bonus, equity grants) and ensure alignment with performance management and budget processes. </li><li>Provide strategic guidance to HR business partners and business leaders on pay decisions, job evaluations, and market competitiveness. </li></ul> <p>Benefits Strategy</p> <ul> <li>Lead the design and administration of employee benefits programs across multiple geographies, ensuring competitiveness, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. </li><li>Partner with global benefits providers and brokers to manage health, wellness, retirement, and insurance offerings. </li><li>Monitor benefit trends, legislation, and market practices to recommend program enhancements. </li></ul> <p>Compliance & Governance</p> <ul> <li>Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including SEC, IRS, ERISA, FASB, DOL, and international equivalents. </li><li>Support preparation of CD&A (Compensation Discussion & Analysis) and other executive compensation disclosures in proxy statements. </li><li>Maintain equity plan documents, global mobility considerations, and related tax/compliance requirements. </li></ul> <p>Leadership & Collaboration</p> <ul> <li>Manage and develop a high-performing Compensation & Benefits team. </li><li>Partner with HR leadership, Finance, and external compensation and legal advisors on total rewards strategies. </li><li>Provide executive-level insights and recommendations to senior leadership and the Board. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Master's or MBA preferred. </li><li>10+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 5 years managing executive compensation and global equity programs in a public company. </li><li>Deep knowledge of executive compensation practices, stock plan design/administration, and related regulatory requirements (SEC, proxy, CD&A, IRC 409A, 162(m), etc.). </li><li>Experience preparing Compensation Committee materials and preferably working directly with Board members. </li><li>Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; proficiency with HRIS and equity administration systems. </li><li>Exceptional communication skills, with ability to present complex topics to senior executives and the Board. </li><li>Proven leadership skills with ability to manage global teams and external vendors. </li></ul> <p>Competencies</p> <ul> <li>Strategic thinker with strong business acumen. </li><li>High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information. </li><li>Strong project management and organizational skills. </li><li>Collaborative and influential leadership style. </li></ul>