Head of Rewards

Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.

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Thanks for stopping by. We know job hunting can be a little time consuming and you're probably keen to find out what's on offer, so we'll get straight to the point.

Where and how you can work

Our flagship office is in Sydney, Australia, but we've made our way from down under, to a hub in San Francisco, which is now home to our US operations. We offer flexibility in how and where you work. We trust our Canvanauts to choose the balance that empowers them and their team to achieve their goals.

What you’d be doing in this role

As Canva scales change continues to be part of our DNA. But we like to think that's all part of the fun. So this will give you the flavour of the type of things you'll be working on when you start, but this will likely evolve.

At the moment, this role is focused on:

• Shaping Canva’s global rewards strategy – Own the vision and execution of our reward programs, ensuring they align with Canva’s mission and business goals while keeping our team excited and motivated.
• Leading and growing a high-performing team – Inspire, coach, and develop our talented reward managers and analysts, nurturing a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Innovating compensation and benefits – Bring your expertise to design reward programs that reflect the diversity of our global team and keep us ahead of the curve in a constantly evolving market.
• Partnering with leadership to drive success – Collaborate with C-suite leaders to offer strategic insights that directly impact business decisions and help us attract and retain top talent.
• Championing fairness and inclusion – Ensure our reward practices support our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, making sure every Canvanaut feels valued.
• Staying ahead of market trends – Anticipate changes in the industry, adapting our strategies to balance immediate needs with long-term success, and represent Canva’s thought leadership in the rewards space.

You're probably a match if

• You have extensive experience in total rewards, with a proven track record of leading reward strategies in global, high-growth public tech companies.
• You bring deep expertise in compensation and benefits, including executive compensation, equity programs, and global benefits.
• You connect reward strategies to business outcomes, people strategies, and financial performance, showcasing strong business acumen.
• You excel in data analytics and modelling, turning complex datasets into actionable insights.
• You are a strong leader, experienced in managing and developing high-performing teams and coaching individuals to thrive.
• You have a global mindset, adept at designing reward programs that resonate across diverse markets and cultures.
• You communicate and influence with ease, confident in presenting to and advising C-suite executives and board members.

About the team

At Canva, our Reward team is pivotal in driving our mission to empower the world to design. We architect innovative and holistic reward strategies that attract, retain, and inspire world-class talent across our global operations. Our work directly fuels Canva's hypergrowth by ensuring our reward programs are as creative and impactful as our product. We blend data-driven insights with forward-thinking approaches to design reward solutions that not only compete in the market but also set new standards in the industry. From pioneering equity plans to comprehensive wellbeing initiatives, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of what it means to be rewarded at Canva, directly contributing to our position as one of the world's most innovative companies.

What's in it for you?

Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but you'll experience lots of moments of magic, connectivity and fun woven throughout life at Canva, too. We also offer a range of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work.

Here's a taste of what's on offer:

• Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
• Health benefits plans to support you and your wellbeing
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
• Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.

At Canva we value fairness, and we strive to provide competitive, market-informed compensation whilst ensuring internal equity within the team in each region. We make hiring decisions based on your skills, experience and our overall assessment of what we observed and learnt in the hiring process. The target salary range for this position is $237,000 to $360,000. When calculating offers, we make salary decisions based on market data and candidates' skills and experience.

Other stuff to know

We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion, as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds at Canva so even if you don’t feel like your skills quite match what’s listed above - we still want to hear from you!

Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.