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.
Discover benefits leadership opportunities and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details. Create or update your profile to make it easier to track relevant openings and pursue your next Director of Benefits role.
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient access and reimbursement solutions. In this role, you'll educate healthcare providers, develop access plans, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensu...
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$88K - $105K *
Empower patient access by educating healthcare providers on reimbursement processes and payer requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop territory plans, ensuring compliance while enhancin...
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Employee Benefits Insurance Placement Lead
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in driving innovative marketing strategies for employee benefits, collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored solutions, negotiate with carriers, and ensure client satisfaction...
4 days ago
Employee Benefits Insurance Placement Lead
$80K - $95K *
Innovate strategies for employee benefits insurance placement, driving marketing efforts for renewals and new business. Collaborate with sales teams, negotiate with carriers, and ensure client needs a...
5 days ago
$166K - $214K *
Elevate customer success by leading a dynamic onboarding team, ensuring seamless transitions from sales to platform activation. Drive adoption and optimize experiences while fostering a culture of exc...
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Champion a robust information security program across multiple companies, leading a technical team while engaging in hands-on security operations. Drive risk management, compliance, and governance ini...
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$145K - $175K *
Champion a robust information security program across multiple companies, leading a technical team while engaging in hands-on operations. Drive risk management, compliance, and governance initiatives...
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Associate Director Compensation & Benefits
$160K - $208K *
Champion the administration and enhancement of benefits and compensation programs, ensuring compliance and employee satisfaction while collaborating with HR leadership and vendors to optimize offering...
6 days ago
$160K - $185K *
Shape global total rewards strategies, ensuring competitive compensation, benefits, and compliance across regions. Lead a dedicated team to enhance HR systems, payroll, and mobility programs, aligning...
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$160K - $200K *
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Empower a thriving workplace culture by leading strategic HR initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with leadership to align HR practices with business goals...
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Reposted 1 week ago
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Unlock potential by driving the operational excellence of a comprehensive Privacy Program. Collaborate across teams to enhance data protection, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of privacy that...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Human Resources
$95K - $115K *
Empower a dynamic HR team by leading recruitment efforts and HR initiatives that enhance organizational success, ensuring compliance with employment laws and fostering employee development and perform...
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Director of Environmental Services
$80K - $95K *
Oversee environmental services operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while managing a team. Drive efficiency in cleaning protocols and vendor relationships to maintain a saf...
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Champion compliance initiatives by developing and implementing robust systems to prevent fraud and ensure adherence to regulations. Collaborate with leaders to enhance processes and maintain accountab...
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Lead product strategy and execution for TPA, PEO, and Carrier partners, driving innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and deli...
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$125K - $150K *
Inspire high-impact construction projects by leading teams in delivering design-build solutions valued from $60M to $250M. Engage with stakeholders and manage schedules, budgets, and quality from conc...
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$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in managing high-value design-build projects, ensuring quality execution from design to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor staff while maintaining client relationshi...
1 week ago
$155K - $190K *
Lead complex construction projects valued from $60M to $250M. Collaborate with diverse teams, optimize design-build execution, and ensure timely delivery while mentoring project staff and fostering cl...
Reposted 1 week ago
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Build your career by leading high-stakes design-build projects, overseeing budgets from $60M to $250M. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction while mentorin...
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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.