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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$110K - $130K *
Lead financial management initiatives to enhance organizational efficiency, ensuring compliance and strategic planning while mentoring a dedicated finance team to drive impactful change in the nonprof...
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Vice President, Director of Surplus Lines and Licensing
$130K - $150K *
Elevate your career by leading Surplus Lines operations, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Drive process improvements while mentoring a dedicated team and collaborating across functions...
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$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in establishing a robust Data Trust framework to ensure enterprise data is credible, protected, and effectively governed. Collaborate across departments to drive data stewardship, enha...
1 month ago
Health & Benefits Account Executive
$154K - $215K *
Drive impactful Health and Benefits strategies by leading client relationships, managing vendor partnerships, and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance client experiences...
3 weeks ago
Health & Benefits Account Executive
$154K - $215K *
Champion client relationships and lead benefits strategies for mid to large market clients. Drive innovative solutions in Health and Welfare benefits while managing a team and fostering long-term part...
3 weeks ago
$111K - $145K *
Drive quality improvement initiatives across diverse healthcare programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing member health outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals a...
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$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in advancing cybersecurity by managing red team operations, enhancing offensive security strategies, and fostering collaboration across teams to strengthen enterprise defenses against...
3 weeks ago
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Join a dynamic team as you lead offensive security operations, manage a skilled red team, and enhance security posture through strategic partnerships and advanced adversary simulations in a complex en...
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$109K - $149K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing complaint resolution across departments. Oversee a skilled group focused on member satisfaction and regulatory compliance while promoting process improvement...
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$120K - $145K *
Develop and lead innovative strategies for Total Rewards, focusing on compensation and benefits management to enhance employee satisfaction and align with business objectives while ensuring compliance...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
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Drive strategic real estate initiatives, coordinate leasing, and advise management on property matters to enhance operational excellence and patient outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment...
5 days ago
$215K - $240K *
Empower a high-performing supply chain team to enhance collaboration, drive efficiencies, and optimize inventory management, ensuring alignment with business goals while fostering a culture of continu...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $105K *
Manage and lead NCQA accreditation activities, ensuring compliance and performance monitoring. Collaborate across departments to maintain accreditation standards and drive continuous improvement in a...
5 days ago
Director, Business Development, San Francisco
$105K - $150K *
Champion growth by leveraging your established CRE network to drive partnerships and accelerate deal cycles. Collaborate with leading property owners to modernize spaces and enhance tenant experiences...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Technology Transfer & Business Development
$200K - $290K *
Shape the future of technology transfer by leading negotiations and managing partnerships in the life sciences. Drive program development, protect intellectual property, and foster collaboration to ma...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $230K *
Inspire and lead our media planning practice, setting strategic standards and driving client success through integrated strategies. Mentor a high-performing team while owning P&L for key accounts and...
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$120K - $210K *
Drive your career with strategic leadership in media planning, shaping client success and agency standards. Lead a high-performing team, own P&L for key accounts, and influence industry conversations...
4 days ago
Senior Director, Accounting Systems & Finance Transformation
$150K - $250K *
Drive finance transformation by leading Oracle EPM implementation and governance. Oversee cross-functional collaboration to enhance financial reporting, internal controls, and scalable growth while bu...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Lead the establishment and sustainability of enterprise data governance practices, ensuring data quality and compliance across multiple functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to define standards and...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Lead the charge in empowering individuals with barriers to employment by managing a dedicated team, fostering community partnerships, and driving strategic market growth while ensuring fiscal responsi...
3 weeks ago
Client Manager, Regional Accounts Group Benefits (Northern CA)
$66K - $111K *
Join a dynamic team as you provide exceptional client management, support, and education concerning employee benefit products. Enhance customer relationships and drive plan improvements to ensure opti...
Reposted 5 days ago
$211K - $296K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee diverse transportation projects, ensuring effective delivery from planning through construction. Collaborate with stakeholders and lead project managers to enhance commu...
3 days ago
$159K - $211K *
Join us in transforming quality operations by leading a robust PACE quality program, ensuring compliance and care excellence while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance participant outcomes and...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Elevate your career by leading off-site services, fostering customer satisfaction and engineering innovation while managing diverse teams globally. In this role, you will drive results and effectively...
1 month 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.