Explore Director, Benefits jobs for experienced professionals who lead employee benefits strategy, programs, and operations. These senior leaders help organizations design competitive benefits, support employee well-being, and manage costs while aligning programs with business goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities, including roles paying $100,000 or more.
A Director of Benefits oversees the planning, administration, and evaluation of employee benefits. Responsibilities may include managing health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave policies, vendor relationships, compliance, budgets, and benefits communications. The role often partners with human resources, finance, legal, and business leaders to make benefits accessible, effective, and sustainable.
Employers commonly seek substantial experience in benefits administration, total rewards, or human resources leadership. A bachelor’s degree is often preferred, while some roles may value advanced education or relevant professional certifications. Helpful capabilities include benefits strategy, regulatory knowledge, vendor and budget management, data analysis, negotiation, project leadership, and clear communication.
Director, Benefits positions are available across industries and organizations of different sizes. Scope and compensation vary based on location, company complexity, team responsibilities, and experience. Search Ladders for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and compare role expectations to find opportunities that fit your background and career goals.
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Value & Access Insights Sr. Manager, Medical Benefit Products
$163K - $220K *
Shape the future of healthcare by leading analytics for managed care, driving payer strategies, and delivering insights to enhance access to medical benefit products. Collaborate with cross-functional...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in defining user experience strategy, managing a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver innovative, user-centered digital products while fostering collaboration and high-impact desi...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Build and lead a scalable U.S. service organization for battery energy storage systems, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence throughout the post-sale lifecycle, from commissioning...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Fiscal Operations Advisory
$97K - $200K *
Advance your career by leading public sector consulting projects, mentoring staff, and driving financial solutions for local governments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to community success and profess...
3 weeks ago
Manager of Account Management, Large Group Segment - Cigna Global Health Benefits (GHB) - Remote
$110K - $130K *
Develop strategic leadership for a team managing complex client portfolios, driving retention, growth, and client experience objectives while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and ensur...
5 days ago
Account Director, Promotional Medical Education
$100K - $120K *
Partner with us to drive strategic healthcare marketing initiatives. Lead client relationships, oversee peer-to-peer programs, and mentor team members to ensure compliance and achieve results while fo...
Reposted 1 week ago
Account Manager-Group Benefits
$76K - $129K *
Champion client relationships by driving effective account management strategies, enhancing profitability, and ensuring seamless communication between policyholders and internal teams. Collaborate on...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive successful implementation of MiraCloud solutions, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Lead project management practices, oversee teams, and foster relationships to achieve t...
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$150K - $180K *
Champion the successful implementation of MiraCloud solutions, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Lead project management practices, oversee teams, and drive profitability while...
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$115K - $145K *
Lead clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines. Collaborate with teams and sponsors, manage study functions, and drive effective communication to achieve trial mil...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Transform the supply chain landscape by leading procurement and subcontracting efforts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while driving efficiency and innovation in support of critical defe...
2 weeks ago
$162K - $243K *
Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring project execution aligns with strategic objectives. Drive process improvements and maintain client relationships while overse...
5 days ago
$162K - $243K *
Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring strategic execution and client satisfaction. Drive project success through effective communication, budget oversight, and qua...
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$184K - $314K *
Lead business development efforts in our Development Advisory practice, driving growth through client relationship expansion and opportunity origination. Collaborate with leadership to connect client...
1 week ago
Employee Benefits Sales Advisor
$100K - $250K *
Champion the growth of insurance accounts by driving sales, building relationships, and providing expert risk assessments. Leverage your industry knowledge to educate clients and maintain a profitable...
2 weeks ago
Senior Vice President, Marketing – Retirement, Investment & Wealth Solutions
$300K - $325K *
Shape the future of retirement and investment marketing by driving growth, enhancing client engagement, and leading strategic initiatives across multiple business lines. Collaborate with cross-functio...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive exceptional service delivery by leading a team of program managers, enhancing patient access to medications, and ensuring operational excellence while fostering a supportive work environment...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $145K *
Lead strategic communications initiatives for purpose-driven clients, managing relationships and executing impactful campaigns. Drive policy proposals and content development while overseeing a talent...
1 week ago
Senior Employee Benefits Analyst - Public Sector
$90K - $110K *
Manage advanced financial analysis and strategic reporting for public sector clients, providing insights across complex employee benefits programs while leading RFP processes and collaborating with co...
Reposted 5 days ago
Director, Client Growth & Strategy, HHS
$150K - $200K *
Transform client relationships and drive growth strategies within HHS, leveraging market insights and technology to identify opportunities and enhance mission impact. Engage directly with stakeholders...
Reposted today
Business Area manager (Nursing)
$100K - $120K *
Deliver exceptional nursing services by managing a remote team, optimizing operations, and ensuring compliance with care standards. Partner with various stakeholders to enhance patient care and servic...
Reposted 1 week ago
Sales Director (Workforce Development)
$125K - $150K *
Accelerate your career by leading market growth strategies, driving revenue, and building high-performing sales teams. Leverage market insights and analytics to identify opportunities and execute acti...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Healthcare Transformation
$140K - $150K *
Drive transformative initiatives in cancer care navigation. Influence strategic partnerships and implement scalable programs that enhance patient access to evidence-based care, ensuring equity across...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead strategic partnerships by managing EHR relationships, driving pipeline growth, and enhancing co-sell motions. Collaborate with sales and marketing to optimize partner engagement and ensure measur...
2 weeks ago
Director Service Coordination and Long-Term Services and Supports, Geisinger Health Plan
$110K - $130K *
Join us to lead strategy and implementation for long-term services and supports, ensuring compliance and enhancing participant experience in a dynamic healthcare environment. Drive impactful partnersh...
3 days ago
What does a Director of Benefits do?
A Director of Benefits leads the design, administration, and ongoing improvement of employee benefits programs. The role may oversee health and welfare plans, retirement benefits, leave programs, vendors, compliance, budgets, and employee communications.
What qualifications are typically required for Director, Benefits jobs?
Employers generally look for significant benefits or human resources experience, leadership ability, and knowledge of benefits programs and applicable regulations. Many roles prefer a bachelor’s degree; some may value advanced degrees or professional certifications.
How much do Director of Benefits jobs pay?
Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, experience, and the scope of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for specific compensation information.
Where can I find Director, Benefits jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Search Ladders for vetted Director, Benefits and related benefits leadership openings. Review each job listing for salary details, responsibilities, qualifications, and location.