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, CEO Member Relations
$147K - $265K *
Elevate member advocacy by leading a team to enhance complaint management, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while driving strategic objectives and member satisfaction in a dynamic financ...
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Senior Operational Strategy Director
$202K - $304K *
Shape operational strategies for complex clinical studies globally, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance proposal development, budget creation, and client engagement, while mentoring c...
1 week ago
$150K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming behavioral health operations by implementing strategic initiatives, ensuring quality standards, and enhancing support for clinic leaders. Collaborate acros...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $95K *
Champion data-driven decision-making by developing complex models and strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, drive impactful operational changes, and fulfill business obj...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing a team of data analysts to develop complex reports, analyze data, and provide technical guidance, ensuring effective communication with clients and senior management while...
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Senior Director Payer Contracting
$150K - $180K *
Join us to lead payer contracting strategies, negotiate complex agreements, and enhance reimbursement performance across diverse healthcare models while managing a high-performing team in a dynamic, r...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive agency growth by managing relationships, delivering tailored marketing strategies, and ensuring compliance. Monitor performance and enhance agent operations while expanding business and lowering...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Partner with us to drive new business by prospecting and signing strategic partners. Leverage your expertise in channel sales to optimize growth, train partners, and collaborate cross-functionally to...
5 days ago
Head of Strategic Partnerships
$350K - $500K+*
Transform the strategic partnership landscape by leading a high-performing team to identify, negotiate, and close impactful partnerships that drive growth and enhance our retirement platform's reach a...
1 week ago
$173K - $198K *
Lead the evolution of data architecture, driving real-time capabilities and AI integration. Collaborate with executives and teams to enhance data quality, governance, and scalability while mentoring a...
4 days ago
Senior Operational Strategy Director
$203K - $304K *
Champion innovative operational strategies in clinical research, driving excellence in bid defense meetings and proposal development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance study execution...
1 week ago
Regional Director (Florida/Georgia)
$400K *
Lead a dynamic sales team to drive adoption of innovative stroke recovery technology. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes while developing sustainable referral networks a...
6 days ago
Benefits and Planning Consultant - South Atlantic Region
$66K - $125K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing executive financial planning through personalized guidance, relationship building, and compliance-focused client engagement, ensuring exceptional service and...
5 days ago
Director, Compliance Operations - Remote US
$223K - $240K *
Drive compliance operations by optimizing systems and processes to ensure adherence to regulations. Lead transparency reporting, hotline administration, and third-party compliance while fostering cros...
2 days ago
Sr. HCM Specialist, Facilities Sales
$76K - $102K *
Accelerate growth by driving new client acquisition in the healthcare technology sector. Leverage your expertise to build a robust pipeline and deliver exceptional client experiences while collaborati...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Associate Director, Field Access Training
$154K - $242K *
Champion training strategies for Field Access Managers, enhancing capabilities and supporting critical brand launches. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective training solutions i...
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Director, Business Development
$120K - $150K *
Drive new business growth by engaging scholarly publishers, managing the sales cycle, and collaborating with teams to tailor solutions that meet client needs. Leverage industry insights and strategic...
5 days ago
Field Access Manager - Louisiana/Mississippi
$90K - $110K *
Drive patient access and elevate healthcare experiences by employing reimbursement expertise to address challenges, educate HCPs, and foster collaborative solutions in a dynamic, field-based role acro...
1 month ago
Account Executive, Corporate Accounts, Pacific Northwest Territory
$100K - $120K *
Champion growth by managing corporate healthcare accounts, crafting strategies, and fostering executive relationships to drive revenue and client satisfaction while navigating multi-stakeholder enviro...
4 weeks ago
$73K - $100K *
Empower program success by managing daily operations and documentation for a key transformation initiative, coordinating across teams, maintaining accurate records, and supporting financial and admini...
Reposted 6 days ago
Physical Therapist (PT) Market Director
$80K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading marketing strategies and business development initiatives in a dynamic healthcare environment. Drive brand management, enhance customer engagement, and foster relationships...
2 weeks ago
Director of Finance and Accounting
$110K - $160K *
Lead the charge in overseeing finance and accounting operations, ensuring compliance and excellence in client service. Drive strategic growth while managing a team, innovating service offerings, and a...
2 weeks ago
Business Transition Development Director
$121K - $262K *
Drive strategic partnerships and advisory services for business transitions, enhancing client relationships and achieving financial goals through effective collaboration and risk management in wealth...
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1741 - Director, Strategic Sourcing Facilities- Retail
$125K - $185K *
Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing excellence in Facilities for Retail accounts. Lead a dedicated team to deliver innovative solutions, manage supplier relationships, and ensure high-qualit...
1 week ago
Director, Engineering - Corporate Giving
$140K - $190K *
Transform the Corporate Giving domain by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving product innovation, and ensuring compliance while managing enterprise-scale disbursement systems for social...
3 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.