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.

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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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$210K - $240K *

Oversee strategic growth initiatives in clinical development, leveraging expertise to enhance operational delivery and client engagement. Drive innovative solutions and build strong partnerships to en...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $240K *

Transform the future of clinical development by leading strategic initiatives, fostering client relationships, and driving innovative solutions in a dynamic, global environment. Shape best practices a...

Durham, NCRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $155K *

Drive the development and management of innovative retail annuity products, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategies. Collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that meet customer needs and en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $155K *

Champion innovative insurance solutions by managing end-to-end annuity products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategies, ensure compliance, and deliver impactful solutions that m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $155K *

Transform the landscape of retail annuity products by leading cross-functional teams to develop and deliver innovative income solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and drive pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative retail annuity products and solutions. Collaborate across teams to define strategies, manage roadmaps, and ensure compliance, delivering value to customers and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative insurance-based income solutions, collaborating across teams to deliver retail annuity products. Drive product strategy, compliance, and stakeholder engagement...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping commercial agreements that drive our global luxury lifestyle business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contracting practices, ensuring speed, quality, and...

Corte Madera, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$158K - $190K *

Shape the future of commercial contracts by guiding agreements and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with leaders to ensure quality and efficiency in legal practices while leveraging technology to stre...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $100K *

Manage and execute bi-weekly payroll processing for a diverse, multi-state workforce of 260+ employees while ensuring compliance with payroll laws and regulations. Collaborate effectively to maintain...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$196K - $294K *

Unlock potential by leading the AI-driven transformation of legal operations. Drive product strategy, manage cross-functional teams, and influence executive decisions to create innovative solutions th...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $294K *

Drive innovation in legal operations by leading AI-first product strategies, managing the product lifecycle, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance enterprise-level solutions and stre...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $294K *

Pioneer innovative AI strategies in the legal operations domain. Lead product development and lifecycle management, mentor a high-performing team, and influence cross-functional collaboration to drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $294K *

Join as a Principal Product Manager to innovate legal business solutions, driving AI strategy and maximizing value through collaboration across teams, managing product lifecycle, and enhancing legal o...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Manage client relationships by leading strategic planning and execution of wealth strategies. Collaborate with families and their advisors to ensure alignment with their goals while guiding a dedicate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at People & Culture operations, ensuring strategic support and innovative programs to enhance employee experience and business alignment while fostering strong leadership and opera...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion HR strategy and operations across the organization, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance, and the development of a high-performing workforce through effective leadership and inn...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Champion the development of payroll and benefits accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across global operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and suppo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead the payroll and benefits accounting function, ensuring accuracy and compliance across global operations. Collaborate with key stakeholders to streamline processes and support the Workd...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading payroll and benefits accounting, ensuring accuracy and compliance across global operations. Collaborate with key stakeholders to streamline processes and support system imp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading payroll and benefits accounting in a dynamic, global organization. Drive process improvements, partner with key stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in implementing i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $175K *

Elevate strategic initiatives in medical skincare by leading cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering impactful solutions that align with organizational goals while foste...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of medical skincare by leading strategic initiatives that drive operational excellence and measurable impact. Collaborate with senior leaders to tackle complex challenges and enhance...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Shape strategic initiatives that enhance medical-grade skincare by collaborating with senior leaders to tackle complex challenges, drive operational excellence, and deliver measurable business impact...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$181K - $249K *

Join a dynamic finance leadership team to drive operational excellence and cost efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to manage budgets, analyze vendor data, and implement cost-saving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.