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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Executive Director, Financial Planning & Commercial Growth
$175K - $210K *
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Reposted 1 week ago
Director Of Business Development / Long-Term Care Pharmacy Sales
$110K - $120K *
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1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive strategic sales initiatives across multiple regions, managing a team to achieve $90M revenue goals. Analyze market trends, develop sales plans, and foster key customer relationships to enhance b...
3 weeks ago
Senior Vice President - Connecticut and Vermont
$180K - $220K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic growth and operational excellence across Employee Benefits and Property & Casualty practices. Drive brand visibility, client engagement, and a high-performance...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Lead compliance initiatives across multiple states, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations. Collaborate with operations to localize policies, deliver training, and monitor regulatory changes, dr...
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$105K - $150K *
The Senior Consultant, NetSuite is responsible for leading full-cycle NetSuite implementation projects, from discovery to deployment, while ensuring excellent customer service. This role involves coll...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Supervisor, Payroll Distribution
$69K - $118K *
Engage in overseeing daily operations of the Distribution department, ensuring timely payroll processing and operational efficiency. Drive improvements, manage vendor relationships, and support team d...
1 week ago
Director, Territory Management
$125K - $150K *
Pioneer a new field sales organization by leading a team of Territory Managers to drive growth through independent agencies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and achieve productio...
1 week ago
Director- Design Systems, Operations and Bank Design
$195K - $264K *
Shape the future of design systems and operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance digital experiences. Drive innovation, establish standards, and integrate AI practices to elevate design quality...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize risk assessment and underwriting strategies for excess casualty insurance. Evaluate complex submissions, collaborate with brokers, and ensure compliance while maintaining a profitable portfol...
2 weeks ago
Director of Managed Care South
$135K - $180K *
Transform healthcare sales by building strategic relationships within managed care organizations. Drive revenue growth through effective selling and relationship management while maximizing exposure t...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Consultant, Medicaid Funding and Acquisition
$120K - $140K *
Champion the evolution of Medicaid consulting by driving advanced funding and procurement strategies, ensuring impactful deliveries, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders and project teams ac...
1 month ago
Capital Originations, Director
$150K - $195K *
Join a dynamic team as you cultivate investor relationships and drive capital growth. Leverage your LIHTC expertise to expand our investor base, manage key accounts, and contribute to impactful afford...
3 weeks ago
Manager of Insurance Verification & Authorizations
$101K - $146K *
Elevate the insurance verification and authorization process by managing staff, developing strategies, and ensuring excellent service delivery while resolving complex patient financial needs in a coll...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Shape the future of clinical research data integrity by leading a dedicated team. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and foster cross-functional partnerships to enhance data quality and...
4 days ago
$136K - $187K *
Champion the design and execution of comprehensive benefits programs, ensuring competitive, compliant offerings for a diverse workforce. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize employee ex...
1 week ago
Senior Vice President, Marketing - Retirement, Investment & Wealth Solutions
$300K - $325K *
Drive your career with a strategic leadership role focused on enhancing marketing initiatives, optimizing client engagement, and achieving commercial growth across diverse financial services sectors...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Portfolio Management
$225K - $325K *
Champion integrated transaction management across a vast global portfolio, driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence while fostering strong client relationships and leading cross-functi...
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$135K - $165K *
Pioneer operational excellence in Design leadership, managing workflows, prioritizing projects, and developing talent. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Design integration in AI-driven product...
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$92K - $110K *
Elevate your career by managing technical projects from inception to completion. Ensure customer satisfaction through effective coordination and a customer-focused approach in a dynamic startup enviro...
1 month ago
$162K - $243K *
Shape the future of clinical research by leading cross-functional teams to optimize project delivery, ensuring quality and compliance while managing resources and budgets effectively across global cli...
5 days ago
Director - Product Management, LillyDirect, EMEA
$163K - $297K *
Champion the development and execution of innovative digital product strategies across EMEA, enhancing consumer experiences and driving key performance indicators in a high-growth e-commerce environme...
5 days ago
Senior Director I, Umbrella Product Management
$160K - $190K *
Join a team that's redefining the Umbrella line of business by overseeing P&L, driving innovative strategies, and collaborating across departments to achieve profitable growth and enhance customer sat...
1 week ago
Field VP, Corporate Accounts Business Development, Northeast
$164K - $274K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare by acquiring and developing high-revenue accounts in the Ambulatory Care market. Drive strategic relationships with C-level stakeholders and lead co...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$180K - $240K *
Join a team that's redefining engineering leadership across diverse portfolios. You'll drive operational excellence, foster high-performing teams, and enhance technical consistency while ensuring sust...
2 weeks 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.