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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$192K - $240K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic people initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and performance within a high-growth sales environment. Collaborate with senior leadership to align ta...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of tax compliance in the SaaS sector. As a key player in global tax strategies, you'll manage complex filings and collaborate across functions to drive accurate r...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize tax compliance and reporting processes while leading complex initiatives in a high-growth SaaS environment. Collaborate across teams to drive strategic tax planning and provide expert guidanc...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that’s shaping global tax strategies in the SaaS industry. Drive compliance, reporting, and research initiatives while collaborating cross-functionally to tackle complex tax challenges and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $297K *

Empower your career by leading innovative marketing strategies that drive growth and enhance brand visibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize campaigns and achieve revenue goals i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of HR at a leading manufacturing facility, driving effective workplace relations and strategic people initiatives while collaborating closely with leadership to enhance employee perfo...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of go-to-market strategy by leading cross-functional teams, driving execution governance, and shaping long-range plans to achieve growth objectives in a dynamic, global environmen...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$205K - $278K *

Lead the charge in optimizing digital HR platforms, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and governance. Drive data integrity, integrations, and AI-driven insights while fostering collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$349K - $396K *

Lead the charge in driving national growth strategies for enterprise employers, managing a top-performing sales team focused on Fortune 500 engagements, overseeing the acquisition lifecycle, and ensur...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading global compensation analytics initiatives. Drive compliance, deliver insights, and enhance decision-making across multiple countries while collaborating with diverse sta...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Join a global team to shape compensation strategy, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance pay practices and ensure compliance with regulations acr...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform compensation strategies globally by delivering actionable insights and analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance pay practices, ensuring compliance with regulations while driving i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion HR strategy and operations across the organization, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance, and the development of a high-performing workforce through effective leadership and inn...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$240K - $280K *

Shape the future of our engineering organization by leading diverse teams, driving technical strategy, and enhancing product delivery. Collaborate closely with leadership to foster talent and ensure h...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Partner with us to drive innovative actuarial solutions, enhance client relationships, and lead teams in developing complex models while strategically addressing risk exposure in collaboration with br...

3 weeks 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 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Oversee and drive net-new revenue growth through strategic client engagement and complex solution sales. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to shape enterprise opportunities within regulated sec...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in driving new business growth across complex technology solutions. Empower senior client relationships and oversee the complete sales lifecycle, leveraging expertise to navigate and n...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team, driving performance and business growth while fostering collaboration and customer loyalty. Your leadership will shape operational success and enhance talent developmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $240K *

Transform global payroll operations by leading strategy, enhancing technology, and driving compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize processes and improve employee experience wh...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$163K - $336K *

Transform your career by leading the Value Stream program and Product Chapter. Drive alignment, enhance product practices, and develop talent across a complex organization while ensuring effective del...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $336K *

Lead the charge in coordinating the end-to-end Value Stream program, aligning priorities and outcomes across teams while driving product standards and talent development to enhance organizational effe...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $336K *

Drive alignment and evolution of the Value Stream program while leading the Product Chapter. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product practices, resolve dependencies, and foster talent develop...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $343K *

Drive the People technology strategy and roadmap, enhancing HR capabilities and employee experiences at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology investments with business out...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $340K *

Drive legal transformation and AI innovation as a trusted advisor to executives, enhancing contracting and compliance strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product direction and acce...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.