Vice President, Total Rewards Jobs

Explore Vice President, Total Rewards opportunities for experienced leaders who shape compensation, benefits, and recognition strategies. These senior executives help organizations attract and retain talent while aligning reward programs with business goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including leadership roles across total rewards.

What Does a Vice President of Total Rewards Do?

A Vice President of Total Rewards leads the design and governance of an organization’s compensation and benefits programs. Responsibilities may include developing pay structures, overseeing executive compensation, managing health and retirement benefits, guiding incentive and equity plans, and using market data to support competitive decisions. The role often partners closely with human resources, finance, legal, and business leaders.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for extensive experience in compensation, benefits, or human resources leadership, along with strong analytical, strategic, and communication skills. Knowledge of compensation benchmarking, pay equity, regulatory requirements, executive rewards, and workforce planning can be valuable. Many positions require a bachelor’s degree, while some prefer an advanced degree or relevant professional credentials.

Find Total Rewards Leadership Jobs

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings for Vice President, Total Rewards and related senior roles. Review job requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions that match your leadership experience and career goals. Ladders focuses on jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping senior professionals discover their next opportunity.

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$180K - $271K *

Lead transformative HR initiatives by managing global program portfolios, enhancing service delivery, and driving AI integration. Collaborate across functions to ensure effective change management and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $110K *

Optimize HR operations by managing payroll, benefits, and employee relations. Collaborate with leadership to enhance employee experience and ensure compliance with employment laws while driving strate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$122K - $212K *

Unlock potential by leading global compensation strategies that enhance talent retention and recognition. Drive impactful programs, ensure compliance, and collaborate with senior leaders to align comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion compensation strategies that attract and retain top talent while ensuring alignment with market best practices. Collaborate with HR and finance to manage equitable pay structures and drive or...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the optimization of Workday Advanced Compensation by leading implementations and enhancing HCM modules. Partner with clients and teams to drive innovation, deliver strategic solutions, and en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing outside sales team, executing strategic sales plans, and optimizing performance in a dynamic Business Process Outsourcing environment while ensuring e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $135K *

Optimize employee benefits programs by managing health, welfare, and retirement initiatives across North America. Lead compliance, vendor relations, and strategic enhancements to ensure optimal servic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $151K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing executive compensation programs, collaborating with senior leaders to align with business strategies and market standards, while leveraging technology for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to a dynamic team that drives global HRIS functionality and service delivery. Leverage your expertise in Workday configuration and management while maintaining system stability and prioriti...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$240K - $260K *

Lead the charge in optimizing human resources to align talent strategies with business objectives across multiple entities. Drive M&A initiatives, enhance employee experience, and cultivate a high-per...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$155K - $175K *

Architect a robust information security framework to mitigate risks, enhance compliance, and foster digital transformation. Lead security operations, advocate for effective risk management, and drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $204K *

Lead the advancement of a robust audit program, enhancing internal controls and governance while collaborating with senior leaders to mitigate risks and drive sustainable improvements across the organ...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion our HR vision by leading the team to drive strategic initiatives in talent management, employee engagement, and organizational development while ensuring compliance and fostering a high-perfo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Transform global benefits strategy by leading cross-functional teams and advising executives on integrated portfolio management, compliance, and financial sustainability to enhance employee experience...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead strategic market expansion in Employee Benefits, forging lasting client relationships and driving revenue growth. Shape the future of benefits solutions for large organ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Optimize the global revenue accounting lifecycle, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 while leading high-performing teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance billing, collections, and financial re...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $207K *

Empower growth by shaping executive talent strategies that drive success. Partner with senior leaders to enhance recruitment processes, develop talent pipelines, and advise on market trends, while ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Champion strategic HR initiatives by aligning workforce strategies with business priorities. Drive organizational effectiveness, lead HR teams, and enhance talent outcomes to foster a high-performing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Champion organizational excellence by leading HR Business Partnerships to align workforce and business strategies, driving measurable impacts that enhance talent development and transformative initiat...

San Antonio, TXRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $259K *

Unlock potential by leading independent risk oversight in actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development, pricing strategies, and regulator...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Empower your career by leading risk management initiatives, ensuring effective oversight of actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic decisions an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Unlock potential by leading independent risk oversight in actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development, pricing strategies, and regulator...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Advance risk management strategies by leading independent reviews of actuarial and financial risks, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards while collaborating across team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Lead the charge in managing actuarial and financial risks through robust oversight and strategic collaboration. Drive independent reviews and enhance risk frameworks to align with evolving business st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Vice President of Total Rewards?question toggle

    A Vice President of Total Rewards is a senior HR leader responsible for an organization’s compensation, benefits, incentives, and related employee reward programs.

  • What does a Vice President of Total Rewards typically do?question toggle

    The role may oversee compensation strategy, executive pay, benefits, incentive plans, pay equity, and market benchmarking while partnering with HR, finance, legal, and business leaders.

  • What qualifications are common for Vice President, Total Rewards jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek significant experience leading compensation or benefits programs, strong business and analytical skills, and knowledge of relevant regulations and market practices. Education and credential requirements vary by employer.

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

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior total rewards leadership opportunities. Check individual listings for salary details and qualifications.