Robert
O
Bacher
FCA FSA EA CFA
Vice President, Total Rewards, Ryan, LLC
Rob is a strategic and results-oriented Total Rewards and HR executive with extensive global experience in compensation and benefits strategy and design, equity management, and HR systems. Adept at leading high-impact total rewards and HR programs that drive performance, retention, and compliance for global multinationals, high-growth, and PE-backed environments. Proven track record in executive compensation, Compensation Committee engagement, and stock-based equity program design. Expertise in HRIS (Workday, SAP/SuccessFactors, ADP and Ceridian), AI-driven compensation analytics, financial modeling, and governance. Strong ability to translate business strategy into data-driven rewards programs that enhance organizational efficiency, compliance, and employee experience across 35+ countries.
Not merely an 'HR person', but a business leader with a deep understanding of how people drive organizational strategy and vision. Rob believes that effective strategies must be paired with practical application. By combining consulting expertise with hands-on organizational experience, Rob delivers actionable recommendations that make a tangible impact. With more than 25 years of experience, Rob has worked with a diverse range of clients, including global multinationals, private equity (PE) firms, and startups, providing a unique blend of strategic, analytical, and technical expertise.
Areas of Expertise Include:
🔹Global Rewards Strategy & Operations: Design and management of base salaries, incentives (short/long-term, sales, executive), job architecture, salary structures, other rewards & recognition, and deferred compensation
🔹Global Benefits & Wellness: Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement (DB/DC plans), leave policies, and mobility
🔹Governance & Risk Management: Ensuring global compliance, governance frameworks, and risk mitigation
🔹HR M&A: Expertise in due diligence, integration, harmonization, and divestiture
🔹People Operations & HRIS Technology: Process optimization, technology implementation, employee experience, payroll, data analytics, and controls
🔹Organizational Change Leadership: Planning, stakeholder engagement, transparent communication, and change execution
🔹Talent Management: Fostering employee engagement, retention, workforce planning, succession development, and performance management
🔹 HR Strategy & Business Partnership: Aligning HR initiatives with business objectives to drive performance, innovation, and growth
Practice Area(s)
- Retirement
- Health & Welfare
- Life
- Casualty
- Other
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