We are committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting qualified associates without regard any characteristic protected by law - whether actual or perceived - including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law. The ideal candidate brings direct executive-benefits or total-rewards expertise, strong consulting capabilities, strategic thinking, operational discipline, and the judgment required to manage confidential and time-sensitive matters.