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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$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...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $183K *

Drive the evolution of sales compensation strategies, managing an efficient payment engine for our go-to-market organization while leading a team of analysts to ensure accuracy and compliance in compe...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Lead the charge in redefining Total Rewards strategy, enhancing compensation, equity, and benefits to attract and retain top talent while anticipating workforce shifts driven by AI and market trends...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing global compensation strategies that attract talent, ensuring compliance and alignment with business goals while managing a team of compensation professionals across regio...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the evolution of our compensation strategy by evaluating and redesigning structures to align with performance and business goals. Collaborate with leadership to create a transparent, equitable p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Transform Total Rewards initiatives by leading high-impact projects, collaborating across teams, and driving strategic outcomes. Leverage your expertise to enhance program management and deliver excep...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to manage and enhance incentive compensation programs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive improvements and support strategic initiatives whil...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $210K *

Drive the evolution of Total Rewards by integrating compensation, benefits, and technology to enhance employee experience and support organizational growth through strategic leadership and operational...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $155K *

Develop and lead comprehensive benefits and compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and enhancing employee experience through strategic management and continuous improvement init...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $240K *

Lead total rewards strategy for a complex global healthcare tech firm. Drive compensation and benefits governance, align workforce investment with business goals, and ensure compliance while fostering...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $260K *

Redefine global compensation and benefits strategies to attract AI talent, ensuring fairness and scalability across 18 countries while collaborating with executives and leveraging AI for innovative re...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in optimizing global sales incentive plans, ensuring accurate compensation through data management and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Drive continuous improvement and suppo...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and driving process improvements in a dynamic e-commerce environment. Collaborate across teams to e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by building and scaling credit card acquisition channels through innovative affiliate partnerships, targeted paid search, and social programs, while collaborating with cross-functional te...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of our Total Rewards & People Services by leading global teams and driving strategic initiatives that enhance compensation, benefits, payroll, and HR technology, ensuring operational...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $135K *

Champion exceptional participant experiences by leading a dynamic team in equity compensation services. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and enhance service delivery while fostering te...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Pioneer innovative compensation strategies to enhance pay equity and governance while leading performance-driven pay cycles. Collaborate with HR and finance to optimize compensation structures and ens...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $165K *

Unlock potential by managing the financial integrity of a high-impact loyalty program. Ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing a comprehensive compensation philosophy across a multi-site organization, ensuring effective execution of annual cycles, internal equity, and payroll oversight whil...

Maryland Heights, MORemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $175K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing competitive compensation programs. Collaborate with management and stakeholders to ensure equitable pay structures while analyzing market trends and s...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $154K *

Analyze and enhance compensation strategies, ensuring competitive and compliant practices. Collaborate with HR and management to optimize job descriptions, conduct market analysis, and deliver insight...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $150K *

Engage with a dynamic team to shape global total rewards strategies, ensuring competitive compensation and fostering employee satisfaction across varying tiers as the company scales and evolves...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $223K *

Transform sales compensation operations by leading design, administration, and improvement initiatives. Drive accuracy in payroll processing, enhance SOX compliance, and leverage AI tools to optimize...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $175K *

Reimagine payroll and people operations by ensuring accurate, timely compensation and benefits. Lead policy development and system improvements while supporting new and existing organizations in their...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.