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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client experiences by consulting on retirement solutions. You'll manage relationships, drive business growth, and provide guidance on compliance and plan desi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $100K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse portfolio of enterprise accounts, fostering relationships with C-suite executives, and driving client success through strategic engagement and exceptional servic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $241K *

Transform global HR operations by leading service readiness and innovation initiatives. Drive effective service delivery, enhance colleague experience, and ensure scalable solutions through strategic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$129K - $241K *

Champion the future of global HR services by leading service readiness, innovation, and operational excellence. Drive scalable solutions, enhance colleague experiences, and ensure seamless service lau...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Engage with a dynamic team to shape U.S. employee benefits strategies, overseeing health, retirement, and compliance programs, while driving competitive and compliant solutions that enhance employee v...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $261K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic legal counsel in employment, benefits, and workforce-related matters, ensuring regulatory compliance while fostering collaboration with business leaders to impl...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $261K *

Shape the future of employment law by providing strategic legal counsel and support on workforce matters while balancing compliance and business needs. Collaborate cross-functionally to build framewor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $261K *

Lead transformative employment strategies by providing critical legal counsel on workforce matters. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to mitigate risks and align compliance with innovative orga...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $260K *

Engage in a pivotal role to design and implement total rewards strategies that attract and retain top talent. Collaborate with leadership to build competitive compensation and benefits programs that s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $282K *

Lead the charge in shaping global EHS3 strategy, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across diverse functions while driving transformational initiatives and enterprise governance frameworks...

United StatesRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Optimize benefits strategy and administration across a multi-brand organization, ensuring competitive, compliant, and meaningful programs. Lead integration, governance, and operational excellence whil...

1 week ago

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

$171K - $326K *

Shape the future of customer experience by leading ICHRA product strategy and operational excellence. Leverage market insights and partner across functions to deliver innovative solutions that enhance...

Missouri, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading HR strategy across multiple states, enhancing employee relations, and aligning HR initiatives with business goals. Drive recruitment, training, and compliance while managin...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading the design and management of total rewards programs that attract and retain top talent while ensuring compliance and competitiveness in compensation and benefits across...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic HR leader, fostering a vibrant culture and enhancing employee engagement at a renowned hospitality establishment. Lead initiatives that attract and retain top tale...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$178K - $267K *

Drive the product strategy and technology roadmap for Sales, enhancing tools that boost productivity and forecasting accuracy. Lead a team to deliver scalable solutions impacting operational efficienc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$178K - $267K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$164K - $356K *

Drive global payroll and time strategy, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Lead transformation initiatives, enhance service delivery, and foster partnerships across teams to create a scal...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $206K *

Contribute to shaping competitive compensation programs that attract and retain top talent. Lead a team of professionals, oversee enterprise initiatives, and leverage data to enhance decision-making a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $241K *

Transform corporate legal strategy by managing complex global issues, advising executives, and directing outside counsel with minimal oversight, ensuring compliance and risk management across business...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Drive impactful HR strategies as a senior leader, aligning people initiatives with business goals to enhance talent management, employee engagement, and compliance across multi-locations, fostering a...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Manage and enhance client relationships in Executive, Professional, and Cyber Liability sectors. Oversee marketing initiatives, negotiate coverage, and provide strategic consultation across various in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform talent acquisition by developing strategies to attract diverse candidates, managing intern programs, and collaborating with hiring managers to ensure equitable selection processes across var...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative HR strategies that align with client goals. Collaborate closely with clients to enhance their operational effectiveness and ensure exceptional service delivery...

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  •   8 - 10 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.