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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$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic communications initiatives, fostering client relationships and guiding project execution. Drive innovative solutions in healthcare communications while mentoring team members and ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Transform the lending landscape by leading comprehensive loan underwriting, fostering client relationships, and driving loan production. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful loan closures and c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower your leadership skills to drive strategic vision, enhance financial health, and foster community partnerships. Lead a dedicated team in delivering impactful services while ensuring organizatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $190K *

Join our innovative Loans Enablement Platform team to lead product strategy, drive transformation in lending, and leverage emerging technologies like blockchain and AI. Shape scalable solutions that a...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower a thriving community by leading daily operations, ensuring compliance, and driving financial success. Foster a culture of engagement while enhancing resident care and building strong relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional resident care while overseeing daily operations, strategic initiatives, and financial performance. Collaborate with department heads to foster a culture of ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate success by leading daily operations and strategic initiatives in a senior living community, ensuring exceptional resident care, regulatory compliance, and financial performance while foster...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading EDI operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in electronic submissions. Drive team performance, manage compliance, and enhance provider engagement to meet organizationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $160K *

Optimize community operations by leading day-to-day management, ensuring compliance, and enhancing resident satisfaction while driving financial performance and team development...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$89K - $169K *

Empower your career by leading strategic workforce planning initiatives, aligning staffing and budget decisions with operational needs. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and drive transfo...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $169K *

Elevate workforce planning by connecting demand with capacity and budget decisions. Provide strategic leadership, enhance operational efficiency, and drive transformation across the organization while...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $142K *

Unlock potential by driving Workday system design and support for Talent Management. Collaborate with teams to analyze needs, implement solutions, and mentor others while managing multiple priorities...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $142K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by analyzing and enhancing Workday functionality. Collaborate with teams to drive system design, support Talent Management, and mentor peers while managing multiple projec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $262K *

Champion a strategic Risk Advisory team, integrating insurance solutions into wealth strategies while leading client engagements and ensuring operational excellence across regions. Drive collaboration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $262K *

Lead the charge in Risk Advisory, integrating insurance strategies into wealth planning. Develop a high-performing team while advising on complex client needs and ensuring quality governance across di...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $262K *

Lead and develop the Risk Advisory team, integrating risk management into wealth strategies while advising on complex client situations and ensuring high-quality case governance across regions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $262K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Risk Advisory team, integrating insurance solutions into wealth strategies, and advising high-net-worth clients on complex financial matters while ensuring ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $262K *

Transform the Risk Advisory landscape by leading a team to integrate insurance and risk management into wealth strategies, ensuring high-quality client engagement and collaboration across specialists...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $262K *

Join a team that's redefining risk management in wealth strategy. Lead and develop a high-performing Risk Advisory team while advising on complex client situations and integrating insurance solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $262K *

Join us to lead the Risk Advisory team, integrating insurance and risk management into wealth strategies while advising high-net-worth clients and ensuring operational excellence across regions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Manage security operations for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, ensuring safety and compliance. Oversee personnel, systems, and emergency response while collaborating across functions to enhan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $189K *

Join a team that's leading provider enrollment operations, ensuring timely onboarding, compliance, and accuracy. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency across networks while co...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $90K *

Pioneer impactful project management within the Tax Incentives Department, focusing on entertainment tax credit programs. Engage with stakeholders, analyze applications, and ensure compliance while dr...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Lead global HR strategy and execution across a multi-entity organization, collaborating with executives to drive organizational effectiveness, talent management, and employee relations for sustainable...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$164K - $176K *

Accelerate customer success by leading a high-performing team focused on retention, expansion, and satisfaction across enterprise accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, build scalable processes, and f...

3 weeks ago

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

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.