Alia O’Neill is a strategic and forward-thinking Total Rewards leader specializing in global compensation, benefits, and pay transparency. As a Senior Manager of Global Compensation, Benefits & Equity at Duck Creek Technologies, she designs and delivers data-informed, people-centered programs that align business strategy with employee experience.

A practitioner across all areas of the people function, Alia brings a holistic perspective to talent strategy—integrating compensation, benefits, performance, and employee engagement to drive meaningful organizational impact. With deep expertise in job architecture, compensation strategy, and global benefits, she has led initiatives that simplify complex reward frameworks and make them more transparent, actionable, and meaningful for employees and leaders alike.

Alia is particularly passionate about advancing pay transparency, building scalable compensation structures, and equipping leaders with the tools and confidence to have effective pay conversations. She is known for her ability to translate complex concepts into clear, engaging narratives that resonate across all levels of an organization.

She thrives at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and employee experience—bringing a practical, human-centered approach to Total Rewards transformation.

Alia holds multiple industry-recognized certifications, including Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), and most recently Total Rewards Leadership (TRLC), reflecting her commitment to continuous learning and excellence in the field.

A passionate mentor and thought partner, she is dedicated to developing HR talent and elevating the impact of Total Rewards within organizations.