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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$150K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the strategy and administration of total rewards programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and employee needs. Drive continuous improvement in compensation and benef...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $175K *

Optimize total rewards strategies by leading compensation and benefits programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance. Collaborate with leaders to enhance employee experience and driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of compensation and benefits strategies that attract and retain talent, ensuring alignment with budget, compliance, and market trends while leading a team to enhance employee exp...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $190K *

Transform the future of executive compensation consulting by leading projects, managing teams, and developing innovative compensation strategies for marquee clients while driving business growth and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading executive compensation projects, managing teams, and collaborating with top consultants. Drive innovative solutions while enhancing client relationships and contributing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Elevate your career by managing executive compensation projects, collaborating with top consultants, and leading teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive client success and revenue growth in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Drive impactful executive compensation strategies by leading projects, managing teams, and collaborating with clients. Leverage your expertise to enhance total rewards programs and support business gr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Drive your career with a leadership role in executive compensation consulting, managing projects, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating on innovative compensation strategies for marquee clients ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Empower your career by leading executive compensation projects, managing teams, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with top consultants to enhance client relationships and contribute to bus...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Partner with us to lead and innovate total rewards strategies across Canada, enhancing compensation, benefits, and incentives to align with organizational growth and workforce priorities, while ensuri...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $175K *

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy, overseeing compensation, benefits, and compliance initiatives across Canada to align with organizational growth and workfo...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $125K *

Oversee and enhance total rewards programs, providing strategic insights and management of compensation, benefits, and recognition initiatives while collaborating cross-functionally to drive organizat...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape a high-performance culture by leading HR strategies that align with business goals. Collaborate with leaders to enhance employee engagement, resolve conflicts, and drive organizational success t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead your career with a global approach to compensation strategies, driving pay equity, job architecture, and operations compliance across regions. Oversee a high-performing team, ensuring alignment w...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Support strategic HR initiatives by partnering with leadership to enhance employee engagement, drive performance, and implement effective HR solutions in a dynamic environment. Foster a high-performan...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$221K - $353K *

Join a dynamic team to lead global executive compensation strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals and shareholder interests. Drive innovative programs that attract and retain top talent whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$221K - $353K *

Transform executive compensation strategies to attract and retain top talent. Lead governance, compliance, and market analysis while advising senior leadership and the Compensation Committee to align...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of comprehensive compensation and benefits programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with HR leadership and cross-functional teams to enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in retirement and financial benefits administration, driving team performance across U.S. and Canada. Enhance employee experiences while ensuring compliance, vendor management, and str...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $135K *

Shape the future of employee benefits by managing retirement programs and leading a talented team. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and enhance employee engagement through effective co...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$207K - $310K *

Transform incentive compensation operations by leading a global team to ensure accurate payouts, drive process improvements, and enhance seller experiences while collaborating across multiple function...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $310K *

Champion the global incentive compensation operations, leading a team to ensure accurate payouts and compliance. Collaborate across departments to drive process improvements and leverage technology fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $310K *

Drive global incentive compensation operations, ensuring accurate payouts and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and implement automation, while leading a team fo...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $310K *

Lead a global team to ensure accurate incentive compensation payouts, collaborating across departments to drive process improvements and AI adoption while enhancing the seller experience and complianc...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $310K *

Manage a global team to ensure accurate incentive payouts, drive process improvements, and collaborate across departments. Lead the implementation of compensation plans while enhancing seller experien...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.