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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Employee Benefits Account Executive
$120K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client relationships by managing employee benefits accounts, guiding clients through complex decisions, and ensuring exceptional service throughout the client...
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Benefitfocus Service Delivery Manager
$100K - $110K *
Empower client success by managing end-to-end service delivery, ensuring alignment with client expectations and driving continuous improvement through collaboration with internal teams and external pa...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic finance team to lead enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, and analysis. Collaborate with leaders to provide insights, optimize costs, and drive strategic decisions that enha...
4 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that leads enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis. Collaborate with senior leaders to improve business performance and drive strategic financial outcomes, while managing a dedicat...
4 weeks ago
Director - Broad-based Compensation Consulting
$115K - $176K *
Partner with us to lead innovative consulting projects in Work, Rewards, and Careers. Collaborate with top industry experts, manage diverse teams, and drive impactful solutions for clients while enhan...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower organizational growth by developing strategic fundraising initiatives, managing donor relationships, and enhancing community engagement. This role blends communication, project management, and...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults by leading innovative geriatric services. Shape community-focused programs and partnerships to ensure equitable access to care while...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive the development of compensation and benefits strategies that attract and retain talent, ensuring alignment with budget, compliance, and market trends while leading a team to enhance employee exp...
1 week ago
Director, Network Contract and Strategy
$149K - $254K *
Transform the future of healthcare contracting by developing strategic plans and executing high-impact negotiations that align with organizational goals across medical groups and health systems. Drive...
2 weeks ago
$107K - $145K *
Drive growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in risk management and medical education. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, manage sales pipelines, and ensure alignment...
2 weeks ago
Director, Financial Planning & Analysis
$146K - $190K *
Lead the charge in strategic financial planning and analysis, driving growth and operational excellence. Oversee a high-performing team, integrate advanced analytics, and partner with executives to de...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Lead strategic initiatives, oversee comprehensive services, and foster community pa...
1 week ago
$94K - $118K *
Unlock your potential by managing a comprehensive benefits program, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and support...
1 week ago
Director of Finance - Ancillary Services
$100K - $115K *
Transform your career by leading financial strategy and operations for innovative service lines. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance profitability, oversee budgeting, and drive growth initiativ...
2 weeks ago
ITFM Services Associate Director
$135K - $160K *
Elevate your career by optimizing cloud data financial performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cost transparency and maximize business value through effective governance and inn...
6 days ago
ITFM Services Associate Director
$135K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize and govern cloud data financial performance, ensuring maximum business value through effective cost management and collaboration across finance and engineering teams...
6 days ago
ITFM Services Associate Director
$150K - $180K *
Partner with us to optimize cloud data financial performance, ensuring cost transparency and governance across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and maximize busin...
6 days ago
ITFM Services Associate Director
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in optimizing cloud data financial performance, ensuring cost transparency and governance across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data infrastructure value...
6 days ago
Director, HRIS & Total Rewards
$115K - $157K *
Lead the charge in optimizing HR technology and total rewards operations, ensuring data integrity and effective benefits administration while guiding a team and collaborating across functions to enhan...
4 days ago
$116K - $193K *
Help shape privacy governance across digital platforms by managing initiatives, fostering collaboration, and ensuring compliance with privacy standards. Drive strategic actions and measurable outcomes...
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$116K - $193K *
Unlock potential by managing enterprise privacy programs and governance. Collaborate across teams to implement privacy technologies, ensuring compliance and effective decision-making while driving str...
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Associate Director, Service Delivery
$165K - $185K *
Lead end-user IT service delivery and workplace technology support, ensuring high-quality service and employee experience. Drive continuous improvement and manage vendor performance while adhering to...
Today
$220K - $265K *
Drive strategic financing solutions and enhance cash outcomes by collaborating with sales, clients, and finance teams. Leverage financial expertise to support complex transactions and foster strong re...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Total Rewards
$175K - $250K *
Transform total rewards strategies by leading compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs. Collaborate with executives to ensure alignment with business goals while fostering a culture of performan...
6 days ago
Director of Capture Strategy & Growth - Essex Management
$125K - $150K *
Lead capture strategy and drive growth in federal and commercial health markets. Oversee the entire capture lifecycle, build a qualified pipeline, and collaborate with leadership to achieve strategic...
6 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.