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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$88K - $105K *
Unlock organizational potential by leading HR strategies that enhance employee engagement, drive performance, and foster a collaborative culture. As a key member of the Senior Leadership team, you'll...
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Director, Financial Operations
$150K - $165K *
Transform your career by leading financial operations, ensuring accuracy and integrity in client deliverables. Oversee billing, reconciliation, and reporting processes while mentoring a dedicated team...
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$80K - $95K *
Drive financial excellence by overseeing daily operations, leading the accounting team, ensuring compliance, and preparing strategic financial reports to support organizational goals and enhance decis...
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$85K - $100K *
Transform financial operations by leading a dedicated accounting team, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic financial initiatives to support organizational goals and enhance overall performance...
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Director, Client Growth & Strategy, HHS
$150K - $200K *
Unlock potential by driving strategic growth and partnerships within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Engage with stakeholders to identify opportunities, develop solutions, and enhanc...
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Compensation and Benefits Specialist
$90K - $115K *
Partner with us to lead the administration of benefits and compensation programs, ensuring compliance and effective communication across a multi-state workforce. Drive initiatives that enhance employe...
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$160K - $190K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading business execution and governance initiatives. Drive strategic alignment across teams to enhance resilience, compliance, and performance in a complex financia...
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Director, Advisor Business Development
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Drive growth by sourcing and engaging experienced financial advisors, transforming relationships into opportunities. Own the full recruiting cycle while consistently meeting pipeline and meeting targe...
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Director, Head of Underwriting
$150K - $180K *
Lead strategic underwriting initiatives, balancing risk management and growth. Drive performance through collaboration, influence across teams, and enhance underwriting quality for complex life insura...
2 weeks ago
Director, Compensation and Benefits
$100K - $120K *
Champion the development of innovative total rewards programs that attract, engage, and retain talent. Collaborate with leadership to align compensation and benefits strategies with business goals, en...
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Director, Strategic Program Management
$110K - $130K *
Champion strategic initiatives by leading a team to deliver integrated projects, ensuring alignment with business goals, managing budgets, and driving accountability across the organization for measur...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $165K *
Lead a dedicated team overseeing a diverse commercial mortgage loan portfolio, enhancing asset management processes and driving portfolio performance through strategic initiatives and strong stakehold...
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Associate Director, Investment Operations
$108K - $120K *
Shape the future of investment operations by leading a dynamic team, optimizing workflows, and enhancing data integrity. Drive strategic initiatives and foster collaboration across departments to supp...
1 week ago
Associate Director, Trade and Distribution Strategy
$171K - $235K *
Transform U.S. channel distribution strategies for nephrology products, focusing on compliance, patient access, and operational efficiency. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize launches and adapt t...
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$85K - $100K *
Champion the daily operations of assisted living communities, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and financial oversight while leading a dedicated team to enhance service exce...
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$125K - $150K *
Champion administrative excellence by leading multi-team support functions, enhancing service delivery, and driving operational performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to align priorities and foste...
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$135K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead administrative support across multiple offices, ensuring high-quality service delivery, managing talent, and driving operational excellence to meet evolving business ne...
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$125K - $150K *
Empower operational excellence by leading administrative support across teams. Drive service delivery, enhance manager effectiveness, and ensure high-quality execution while fostering collaboration an...
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Director, Complex accounting and special projects
$149K - $182K *
Lead the Group Accounting Policies function, providing expert guidance on IFRS and complex financial reporting matters, while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance governance and support str...
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$150K - $250K *
Drive the future of cybersecurity assurance by leading a team focused on risk management, security architecture, and compliance. Shape strategies and metrics to enhance security outcomes while collabo...
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Director, Technology Business Operations
$125K - $150K *
Partner with us to drive operational excellence in IT, optimizing performance and collaboration across technology and business leadership. Leverage your expertise in financial planning, vendor managem...
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Director, Technology Business Operations
$125K - $150K *
Champion operational excellence by driving strategic alignment in IT. Leverage your expertise in business operations, financial planning, and vendor management to enhance performance and optimize deli...
3 weeks ago
Director, Technology Business Operations
$125K - $150K *
Shape the future of IT operations by leading strategic initiatives and optimizing business alignment. Drive operational excellence and enhance collaboration between technology and business leaders in...
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$134K - $249K *
Champion pharmacy excellence by leading strategic initiatives and operational oversight for a pharmacy benefit management program. Drive quality, compliance, and innovation while collaborating with cr...
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$140K - $160K *
Transform credit management by leading a dynamic team, fostering relationships with small business owners, and driving strategic initiatives to meet sales and credit targets in a collaborative environ...
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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.