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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$156K - $250K *

Drive operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity. Foster employee development and ensure compliance while managing budgets and improving custo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$240K - $320K *

Drive global benefits strategy and wellbeing initiatives across 25+ countries, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while enhancing employee experience and engagement. Lead a high-performing...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $225K *

Elevate sales compensation strategy by designing effective incentive plans, managing operations, and providing analytics. Collaborate with leadership to ensure financial soundness and operational reli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead collaborative HR strategies to foster an inclusive workplace, drive talent management, and align organizational effectiveness with business goals across the campus...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $150K *

Shape the future of supply chain HR by leading strategic initiatives that enhance workforce capability, drive employee engagement, and optimize organizational performance through data-driven insights...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Revenue Operations function, ensuring accurate forecasting and KPI governance while managing a team of analysts. Drive growth by optimizing sales processes and providing strategic insights to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $155K *

Shape the future of HR by leading strategic initiatives across a multi-state organization. Drive employee relations, compliance, and talent acquisition while developing scalable processes to support a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $258K *

Lead the charge in shaping a transformative HR strategy across the Americas, guiding a team of 17 professionals to enhance employee experience, drive digital innovation, and foster a culture of accoun...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $258K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $258K *

Partner with us to shape a transformative HR strategy, leading a diverse team to enhance employee experience and drive organizational change across the Americas, while leveraging AI and data insights...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $258K *

Oversee the HR Business Partner teams across the Americas, shaping people strategy, leading transformation initiatives, and enhancing colleague experiences through data-driven insights and responsible...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $258K *

Transform your career by leading HR strategy and transformation across the Americas. Drive organizational change, enhance employee experience, and build a high-performing HR team to support 3,000 coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $235K *

Collaborate with leadership to design and implement executive compensation programs, manage compliance, and support strategic business goals while leading a team to enhance organizational performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive the people strategy as a key executive leader, aligning HR initiatives with business goals. Lead talent acquisition, performance management, and team member relations while fostering a culture o...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $135K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing total rewards programs that attract and retain talent. Collaborate with HR and finance to ensure competitive compensation and benefits while leading a tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$103K - $128K *

Accelerate your career by leading compensation programs that enhance organizational effectiveness. Drive competitive practices, ensure compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to attrac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$101K - $142K *

Shape the future of executive compensation consulting by delivering expert analysis, developing tailored compensation programs, and fostering client relationships to drive strategic outcomes and enhan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform our Talent Acquisition strategy by leading innovative recruiting initiatives and collaborating with senior leaders to attract top talent while nurturing a high-performing team that thrives i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $271K *

Innovate and lead HCM systems strategy, managing projects and teams to enhance HR technology. Collaborate with IT to drive impactful solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a c...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate your career by leading strategic provider compensation programs. Oversee financial modeling, governance, and alignment with organizational strategy while collaborating across departments to e...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR partner, enhancing employee engagement, and driving workforce planning initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to align HR practices with business goals...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$180K - $220K *

Elevate growth and commercialization strategies by leading an integrated commercial organization. Drive market insights, portfolio alignment, and customer experience to enhance sustainable growth and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Shape organizational culture by leading HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, talent acquisition, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to develop strategies that attract and retain t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful HR strategies in a dynamic global environment, collaborating with senior leaders to align people initiatives with business goals. Contribute to a newly forming team focused on growth a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $162K *

Tackle complex compensation challenges as a trusted advisor, shaping strategies that attract and retain top talent while aligning with business objectives. Leverage your expertise to drive impactful p...

2 weeks 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.