Total Rewards Manager Jobs

Explore Total Rewards Manager opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Total Rewards Managers help organizations attract, retain, and motivate talent by shaping competitive compensation, benefits, and recognition programs. Browse senior-level openings across industries and discover roles that match your experience in rewards strategy, analytics, and people leadership.

What Does a Total Rewards Manager Do?

Total Rewards Managers develop and administer programs that encompass employee compensation and benefits, and may also include equity, incentives, recognition, and wellness. They assess market data, monitor program effectiveness, support pay decisions, and partner with human resources, finance, legal, and business leaders. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee a team or focus on strategic program design and execution.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in compensation, benefits, or broader rewards management, along with strong analytical, communication, and project-management skills. Familiarity with compensation benchmarking, benefits administration, pay structures, HR systems, and relevant employment regulations can be valuable. Senior roles may call for experience advising executives, leading cross-functional initiatives, and translating workforce data into practical recommendations.

Total Rewards Manager Salary and Career Opportunities

Pay varies based on factors such as location, industry, company size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles where Total Rewards Managers can take on broader leadership and strategic responsibilities. Related career paths may include Director of Total Rewards, Compensation Director, Benefits Director, and Vice President of Total Rewards.

Find Total Rewards Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore Total Rewards Manager jobs and related senior HR opportunities. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then identify positions aligned with your background and career goals. New opportunities may be added regularly, so check back to find roles that fit your expertise.

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$140K - $190K *

Transform the Total Rewards landscape by owning compensation and benefits strategies. Collaborate across teams to create innovative solutions that attract and retain talent while ensuring compliance a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive Total Rewards initiatives by managing compensation, benefits, and wellness programs across multiple sites. Collaborate with teams to enhance employee engagement and ensure compliance with indust...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead the administration and continuous improvement of Total Rewards programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee experience through effective benefits, leave, and retirement management across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Champion compensation and benefits programs, enhancing job architecture and salary structures. Collaborate with HR and Finance to drive continuous improvement in Total Rewards initiatives, ensuring al...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $160K *

Elevate Total Rewards at our organization by leading compensation and benefits initiatives. Drive improvements in job architecture, salary structures, and recognition programs while collaborating with...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Empower organizational success by leading total rewards programs, ensuring competitive compensation and benefits. Collaborate with HR and finance to drive compliance and continuous improvement, while...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $129K *

Lead the design and administration of total rewards programs, ensuring competitive and compliant compensation, benefits, and performance management across a multi-state workforce. Collaborate with Fin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $90K *

Unlock potential by driving Total Rewards initiatives, supporting compensation, benefits, and equity programs. Collaborate across teams to ensure data integrity and compliance while delivering insight...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock a transformative Total Rewards strategy that enhances employee experience, drives talent retention, and fosters organizational growth through innovative benefits, wellbeing, and recognition pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Lead and enhance payroll operations and compensation strategies across North America and globally. Collaborate with HR and finance to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in total rewards progr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative global compensation strategies that enhance employee experience and align with business goals in a dynamic, high-tech environment. Drive key compensation initiati...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Design innovative global compensation strategies to enhance employee experience. Lead competitive pay programs, incentives, and benefits in a dynamic, tech-focused environment, ensuring alignment with...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing total rewards programs that enhance talent attraction and retention. Focus on compensation design, benefits alignment, and compliance to ensure organizationa...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $135K *

Empower your career by leading the design and management of total rewards programs. Drive compensation strategies, ensure compliance, and enhance benefits offerings to attract and retain top talent wh...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Design and implement competitive Total Rewards programs, combining data analysis and employee support to enhance compensation, benefits, and recognition initiatives that attract and retain top talent...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $156K *

Shape the future of Total Rewards by managing strategic compensation programs, providing expert advice, and leading cross-functional initiatives. Drive innovation through AI solutions while enhancing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$103K - $181K *

Champion transformational Total Rewards strategies by supporting compensation program design and implementation globally. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective rollout while maintaining al...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Total Rewards programs, ensuring seamless administration of benefits, compensation, and payroll while fostering strong relationships with employees and stakeholders to dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Manage and enhance Canadian compensation, benefits, and pension programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with HR and finance teams to support employee retention and attraction through e...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$200K - $260K *

Build the framework for total rewards in a fast-paced tech environment. Lead the design of compensation, benefits, and equity programs as you collaborate with leadership to attract and retain top tale...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $143K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee benefits and leave programs. As a Total Rewards Analyst, you'll ensure accurate data management, compliance, and effective communication, driving pro...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Advance global Total Rewards strategy as a senior expert, influencing executive decisions and leading initiatives to attract and retain top talent across diverse regions and business areas, ensuring c...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$148K - $185K *

Elevate employee engagement by leading Total Rewards initiatives across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Drive strategic design and implementation of compensation and benefits programs, partnering with H...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the strategy and administration of total rewards programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and employee needs while enhancing attraction, retention, and operatio...

2 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Total Rewards Manager?question toggle

    A Total Rewards Manager designs and manages employee rewards programs, typically covering compensation and benefits and often including incentives, equity, recognition, or wellness initiatives.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Total Rewards Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for experience in compensation, benefits, or HR, strong analytical and communication skills, and knowledge of market benchmarking, HR systems, and applicable regulations. Senior positions may require leadership and executive-partnering experience.

  • How much do Total Rewards Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and the role's scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for available salary information.

  • What career paths can follow a Total Rewards Manager role?question toggle

    Potential next steps include Director of Total Rewards, Compensation Director, Benefits Director, or Vice President of Total Rewards, depending on experience and organizational structure.

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

    Browse Total Rewards Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more and review each job's requirements and compensation details.