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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$130K - $150K *

Oversee the strategy and execution of comprehensive total rewards programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance employee engageme...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Innovate compensation strategies and enhance Total Rewards programs. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure competitive, equitable compensation practices that align with organiza...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $259K *

Shape the future of global supply chain compensation by leading strategic design and execution of competitive compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering talent re...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $259K *

Take ownership of global compensation strategies for supply chain operations, ensuring competitive positioning and talent retention. Lead program design, administration, and analytics while collaborat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $259K *

Empower our global supply chain by leading compensation strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. Drive innovative compensation programs and collaborate with HR leaders to ensure compe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, and payroll for a 400+ remote workforce. Drive compliance, market analysis, and operational excellence while fostering employee engagem...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape organizational success by partnering with leaders to align HR strategies with business goals, driving talent development, and enhancing employee engagement for a high-performance culture...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Empower organizational success by aligning HR strategies with business goals. Collaborate with leaders to enhance talent development, drive engagement, and foster a high-performance culture while navi...

Indiana, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing Total Rewards strategies that align with organizational goals. Drive operational excellence through project management, data analysis, and cross-functional...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping global compensation strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals and market trends. Oversee a dedicated team, drive analytics, and provide expert guidance to senior le...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$142K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading compensation strategies that attract and retain top talent. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to design innovative reward policies and drive effective compensatio...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$155K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic compensation and benefits initiatives, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee satisfaction. Collaborate with finance and external partners to craft competitiv...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $150K *

Deliver a competitive total rewards program that attracts and retains talent. Oversee compensation, benefits, and compliance to ensure alignment with market standards and government regulations while...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance employee engagement by leading total rewards operations, ensuring the efficient administration and compliance of compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs while enhancing the overall empl...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$227K - $318K *

Champion the design and governance of global compensation and benefits programs, driving HR analytics and HRIS oversight. Collaborate with leaders to align strategies that attract and retain top talen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Optimize global compensation strategies by leading the Performance, Growth & Rewards cycle, ensuring alignment with HR goals and compliance while managing budgets and stakeholder communications for im...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $145K *

Drive the operational core of People functions, leading a team in Total Rewards, performance management, and employee relations. Be the subject-matter expert while managing day-to-day people services...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Lead the charge in People Operations, overseeing Total Rewards, performance management, and employee relations. Manage a skilled team while providing hands-on support and strategic direction across mu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $195K *

Champion the enterprise compensation function by leading job architecture, executive compensation strategies, and team development. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure equitable pay structures and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $138K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage global compensation and benefits programs, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while supporting employee well-being and organizational goals across multipl...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$320K - $480K *

Engage in the creation of an innovative, scalable global total rewards strategy. Oversee executive compensation governance, build data-driven models, and ensure compliance, while enhancing employee en...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$207K - $311K *

Lead the charge in optimizing global GTM planning and compensation strategies, driving performance and growth. Collaborate across teams to enhance capacity, territory design, and incentive structures...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$207K - $311K *

Accelerate strategic GTM planning and compensation functions for global growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive revenue predictability and enhance operational efficiency through data...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$207K - $311K *

Shape the future of our global GTM strategy by leading capacity planning, territory design, and incentive structures, driving growth and operational excellence across Sales and Customer Success framew...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$177K - $243K *

Advance your career by leading a global compensation function, shaping strategies, and building a high-performing team. Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive compensation programs that align with...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.