Director, Total Rewards Jobs

Explore Director, Total Rewards opportunities for experienced leaders who shape compensation and benefits strategies, strengthen employee value propositions, and connect rewards programs to business goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior roles across compensation, benefits, and total rewards.

What Does a Director of Total Rewards Do?

Directors of Total Rewards oversee the design, governance, and delivery of compensation and benefits programs. They partner with executives, HR leaders, finance teams, and business stakeholders to develop competitive, equitable, and cost-effective rewards strategies. Depending on the organization, the role may cover base pay, incentives, executive compensation, health and welfare benefits, retirement programs, recognition, and job architecture.

Common Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include setting compensation and benefits strategies; leading annual salary, bonus, and equity planning; evaluating market data and pay practices; overseeing benefits vendors and budgets; ensuring compliance with relevant regulations; and presenting recommendations to senior leadership. Directors also build and coach teams, manage program communications, and use workforce analytics to assess outcomes.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for deep experience in compensation, benefits, or broader HR leadership, along with strong analytical and financial skills. Successful candidates can translate complex data into clear recommendations, manage sensitive information, influence executives, and lead cross-functional initiatives. Experience with HR systems, compensation platforms, job evaluation, regulatory compliance, and organizational change can also be valuable.

Explore Director, Total Rewards Careers

Browse Director, Total Rewards jobs on Ladders to discover leadership opportunities at organizations seeking expertise in employee rewards and people strategy. Compare roles by scope, industry, and location, and find vetted professional jobs that meet the $100,000-plus salary threshold.

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$200K - $316K *

Drive impactful incentive compensation strategies that enhance performance and align with commercial goals across U.S. operations. Collaborate with leadership to implement data-driven initiatives, fos...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $267K *

Unlock potential by leading technology initiatives that enhance client servicing and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive modernization and improve the client experience acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $267K *

Engage with diverse teams to drive technology initiatives that enhance client servicing and operational efficiency. Shape the future of client management through collaboration, strategic vision, and i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $267K *

Optimize technology capabilities for client lifecycle management, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance client servicing, streamline workflows, and drive operational efficiency in a fast-paced e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $135K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing total rewards programs that attract and retain talent. Collaborate with HR and finance to ensure competitive compensation and benefits while leading a tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$188K - $263K *

Empower organizational growth by serving as a strategic HR partner, blending business acumen with HR expertise to enhance team effectiveness, drive change, and support leaders in a dynamic biotech env...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that shapes the future of Total Rewards. This Senior Partner role integrates benefits, compensation, and compliance expertise to drive engagement, enhance teammate experiences, and support...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$227K - $284K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic advisor, shaping people strategies that drive organizational effectiveness and growth. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance talent management, workforce planni...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $260K *

Lead the Human Resources function, guiding workforce strategy and organizational design. Collaborate with executive leaders to enhance HR programs, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $259K *

Drive the development and execution of global compensation strategies to attract and retain top supply chain talent, ensuring alignment with business objectives while leading process improvements and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of global benefits and wellbeing programs. Lead strategy and execution across US, EMEA, and APAC regions, ensuring compliance and alignment with Total Rewards philosophy while fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate UPP's data landscape by spearheading enterprise data strategies and governance. Lead a dynamic team, ensuring data integrity and accessibility while fostering innovation through cloud capabili...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $225K *

Join a team that's driving strategic HR initiatives to enhance talent, culture, and performance across a global organization. Collaborate with leadership to align people strategies with business goals...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Elevate client partnerships by leading HR and operational consulting projects. Drive business transformation through strategic consultations and industry insights, while fostering relationships with s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$167K - $208K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR partner, driving talent strategies and leading acquisition integrations to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee engagement across business un...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of strategic finance for the GTM organization, providing forecasting, planning, and data-driven insights to optimize revenue growth, enhance decision-making, and support high-impact ini...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $215K *

Collaborate with senior leaders to design and implement global HR strategies, driving organizational performance and employee engagement while leading a team of HR professionals in a dynamic environme...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading the benefits strategy and operations for a dynamic organization. This role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, ensuring a high-performing workplace throug...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Transform partner growth strategies by leading innovative referral programs, enhancing partner experiences, and driving collaboration across teams to maximize referral opportunities and business impac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engage in strategic leadership to enhance partner referral programs, driving growth and collaboration across channels. Shape experiences that build partner confidence and optimize referral opportuniti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Create and lead innovative partner referral strategies to enhance growth and engagement across diverse partner channels, ensuring a differentiated experience that drives referrals and strengthens rela...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape your career by leading partner referral strategies that enhance growth and engagement across diverse channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful programs and elevate par...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of partner growth by leading strategic initiatives that enhance referral programs, strengthen partner experiences, and drive collaboration across teams to maximize business impact and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion HR strategy by overseeing operations, payroll, benefits, and talent acquisition. Engage with leadership to enhance employee experience and ensure compliance across all HR functions while mana...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Total Rewards do?question toggle

    A Director of Total Rewards leads an organization’s compensation and benefits strategy. The role may oversee pay, incentives, executive compensation, benefits, retirement programs, recognition, and related policies.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Total Rewards jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically seek substantial experience in compensation, benefits, or HR leadership, plus analytical, financial, communication, and people-management skills. Requirements vary by company and role.

  • What areas may fall under total rewards?question toggle

    Total rewards can include base salary, bonuses, equity, executive compensation, health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, recognition, and other elements of the employee value proposition.

  • How can I find Director, Total Rewards jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and location.