Director, Benefits Jobs

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.

What Does a Director of Benefits Do?

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.

Common Qualifications and Skills

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.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing referral growth and market strategies across multiple states. Drive sustainable growth by optimizing processes, leveraging CRM systems, and building high-performing teams...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Pioneer innovative compensation strategies to enhance pay equity and governance while leading performance-driven pay cycles. Collaborate with HR and finance to optimize compensation structures and ens...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $197K *

Drive automation and AI initiatives in claims operations, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Lead a team to optimize workflows, manage vendor performance, and ensure compliance while delivering measur...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining product management by leading AI and automation initiatives. Drive strategic roadmaps, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver impactful solutions while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving product strategy and execution for AI applications, ensuring high-quality delivery and alignment with business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Build a scalable discovery methodology for integrating acquired agencies, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop integration designs and su...

Lindon, UTRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $231K *

Lead initiatives to enhance Commercial/Medicare networks by negotiating agreements, managing provider relationships, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet strategic goals and improve healthcare...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $234K *

Champion the development and governance of global transfer pricing strategies, ensuring alignment with business operations and compliance across jurisdictions while leading cross-functional collaborat...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

Empower partner operations by leading strategy, optimizing processes, and enhancing tools for a diverse global partner ecosystem. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scalable infrastructure and m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $351K *

Lead the strategy and execution of member feedback analytics, transforming insights into impactful business outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and enhance member experience th...

San Antonio, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic growth initiatives across a defined region, mentoring a high-performing team to exceed goals while fostering strong provider relationships and ensuring alignment with service delivery...

Mckinney, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving complex real estate transactions, managing high-profile portfolios, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Oversee a portfolio of clinical studies, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead Project Managers in executing complex trials, driving operational efficiency and client satisfaction while leveraging you...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic management of real estate transactions, ensuring optimal outcomes for clients through collaboration and innovative solutions across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $140K *

Transform financial systems by leading a high-performing team to enhance Workday Financials, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment with business goals while driving continuous improv...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $206K *

Advance lifecycle marketing strategies to engage millions of renters, driving revenue and enhancing user experience. Lead a small team while building innovative programs from the ground up, integratin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $248K *

Drive growth by optimizing revenue operations, leading a high-impact team, and ensuring operational excellence across sales, marketing, and customer success, while leveraging advanced systems and data...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Elevate product delivery by leading complex automotive engagements, ensuring clarity and execution across the product lifecycle while integrating AI tools to enhance client capabilities and drive inno...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading project finance for large-scale federal jobs. Oversee job-cost integrity, forecasts, and compliance while collaborating with operations to mitigate risks and ensure fina...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$177K - $295K *

Join us in leading strategic management of high-profile national health system accounts. Your expertise will drive long-term growth, customer satisfaction, and revenue targets while collaborating with...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$27K - $244K *

Lead the charge in transforming identity and access management with innovative strategies ensuring identity is the core of security. Drive and oversee IAM programs, ensuring compliance and operational...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $178K *

Drive excellence in pharmacovigilance by leading teams and ensuring compliance with global safety regulations. Influence patient safety initiatives while managing project delivery across diverse clini...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $178K *

Drive excellence in pharmacovigilance by leading teams and projects, ensuring compliance and safety across clinical trials. Leverage scientific expertise and operational oversight to mentor profession...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $180K *

Shape the future of product development, leading cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives and optimize customer engagement through innovative data solutions and market insights. Drive i...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $259K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading European strategies for innovative therapies. Drive successful submissions and interactions with health authorities, ensuring compliance and alignment across...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Benefits do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Director, Benefits and related benefits leadership openings. Review each job listing for salary details, responsibilities, qualifications, and location.