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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Associate Director, Insurance Compliance
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Drive compliance excellence by leading insurance operations, optimizing processes, and mitigating risks across a commercial loan servicing portfolio while ensuring adherence to regulatory and investor...
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Drive change management initiatives that enhance employee engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful adoption of technology and policy changes, while providin...
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Shape the success of enterprise health systems by leading full implementations. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage project lifecycles, mitigate risks, and ensure smooth transitions to customer s...
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Senior Director, Contracting & Network Development
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Drive your career forward by leading the development and implementation of strategic networking contracts. Oversee negotiations, manage team resources, and support market launches while enhancing heal...
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Director, Copay & Affordability
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Shape patient affordability strategies by leading a dynamic team focused on co-pay programs and innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operations, optimize performance, and dr...
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Director of Retirement Sales Activation
$130K - $140K *
Drive efficiency and scalability in onboarding processes, enhancing customer experience through innovative strategies and data-driven leadership. Lead a high-performing team to optimize resources and...
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Director, Healthcare Commissioning
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Senior Global Benefits Specialist
$92K - $125K *
Join a team that's redefining global benefits programs! Collaborate to design and implement innovative health, wellness, and retirement solutions across multiple regions, ensuring compliance and enhan...
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Product Director, Institutional Solutions
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Lead the charge in shaping and executing product strategy for B2B learning solutions, driving innovation and market impact while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality produ...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Process Redesign Lead
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Join a team that's redefining business processes through digital transformation. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring scalable and standardized practices that align with strategic goals while f...
5 days ago
Director, Benefits Planning and Strategy - Remote
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Join a team that's redefining benefits strategy and governance. You'll lead in translating complex CMS regulations into actionable business strategies, driving growth and ensuring compliance in a dyna...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Delivery Lead
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Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Manage schedules, financials, and stakeholder relationships while addressing risks and ensuring client satisfaction a...
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Join a team that's driving strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and build long-term accounts, all while...
1 week ago
Director, Managing Director- 401K Relationship Manager
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Join a team that's dedicated to building strong client relationships while leading strategic initiatives in the retirement industry. Leverage your expertise to educate clients, resolve issues, and dri...
1 week ago
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Drive optimization and automation in claims processes, ensuring scalable growth and operational excellence through technology and innovation. Lead, mentor, and develop teams while collaborating across...
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$215K - $408K *
Transform healthcare delivery by leading medical management and quality initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes and drive cost-effective care while ensuring compliance...
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Drive medical excellence by bridging clinical insights with risk management, guiding underwriting standards, and ensuring compliance across Life, Disability, and Long Term Care products while collabor...
1 week ago
$108K - $130K *
Drive program delivery across multiple products, ensuring timely outcomes by managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder priorities. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain accurate project data...
3 weeks ago
Director, Enterprise Legal Management & Legal Technology
$130K - $216K *
Lead the strategy and optimization of the Enterprise Legal Management platform. Collaborate across teams to enhance legal operations, drive user adoption, and ensure technology solutions align with bu...
4 weeks ago
Director, HEDIS and Quality Performance
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's driving HEDIS performance across all business lines, enhancing quality outcomes and operational effectiveness. Lead strategic initiatives, oversee cross-functional collaboration, an...
1 week ago
Regional Sales Director - Employee Benefits (Atlantic)
$70K - $125K *
Inspire growth by driving sales strategies for employee benefits across a defined territory. Build strong relationships with partners and employers, identify new opportunities, and lead the sales proc...
3 weeks ago
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the customer experience through strategic vendor management and operational excellence. Lead initiatives that drive performance, compliance, and continuous im...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Client Growth & Strategy, HHS
$200K - $250K *
Champion growth strategies across HHS, leveraging deep market knowledge and relationships to drive business development, capture, and delivery in a dynamic federal health environment...
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$183K - $229K *
Drive operational excellence as a senior leader, overseeing market performance, managing physician and payer partnerships, and executing strategic plans to achieve financial and clinical targets in a...
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.