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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$100K - $120K *

Champion the design and governance of Canadian retirement and benefits programs, ensuring compliance and alignment with business objectives while enhancing employee well-being and financial sustainabi...

Candiac, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Partner with us to lead and innovate total rewards strategies across Canada, enhancing compensation, benefits, and incentives to align with organizational growth and workforce priorities, while ensuri...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $175K *

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy, overseeing compensation, benefits, and compliance initiatives across Canada to align with organizational growth and workfo...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of employee benefits by leading innovative programs that enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Collaborate with leaders and vendors to optimize solutions and drive engag...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Design and implement a comprehensive Total Rewards program across the Americas, managing compensation, benefits, and equity initiatives while collaborating with global teams to enhance employee value...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Transform the future of executive compensation consulting by leading projects, managing teams, and developing innovative compensation strategies for marquee clients while driving business growth and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading executive compensation projects, managing teams, and collaborating with top consultants. Drive innovative solutions while enhancing client relationships and contributing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Elevate your career by managing executive compensation projects, collaborating with top consultants, and leading teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive client success and revenue growth in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Drive impactful executive compensation strategies by leading projects, managing teams, and collaborating with clients. Leverage your expertise to enhance total rewards programs and support business gr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Drive your career with a leadership role in executive compensation consulting, managing projects, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating on innovative compensation strategies for marquee clients ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Empower your career by leading executive compensation projects, managing teams, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with top consultants to enhance client relationships and contribute to bus...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Innovate compensation strategies and enhance Total Rewards programs. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure competitive, equitable compensation practices that align with organiza...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Oversee the strategic design and evaluation of global compensation programs, focusing on sales incentives. Partner with leadership to align reward structures and drive growth while attracting top tale...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $181K *

Champion transformational Total Rewards strategies by supporting compensation program design and implementation globally. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective rollout while maintaining al...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Lead and enhance payroll operations and compensation strategies across North America and globally. Collaborate with HR and finance to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in total rewards progr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $213K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic execution of employee benefits and compensation programs. Ensure compliance while managing a high-performing team, enhancing organizational impact and supporting...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $263K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing total rewards strategies that attract, motivate, and retain talent. Collaborate with senior management to ensure compliance and alignment with strategic obj...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic Talent Acquisition team, driving strategies that attract top talent while partnering with executives to meet growth goals in a fast-paced, high-growth environment...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Build a high-impact Talent Acquisition strategy to drive growth and recruit talent across our organization. Lead and mentor a dynamic team while partnering with executives to enhance hiring standards...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$227K - $318K *

Champion the design and governance of global compensation and benefits programs, driving HR analytics and HRIS oversight. Collaborate with leaders to align strategies that attract and retain top talen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Empower our growth by leading the design and implementation of compensation programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to create competitive, scalable pay structures while ensuring compliance and equitab...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $130K *

Champion the execution of a comprehensive compensation strategy across a multi-site organization, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational efficiency while overseeing payroll accuracy an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

$88K - $141K *

Transform total rewards programs by analyzing, administering, and enhancing compensation, benefits, and wellness initiatives. Collaborate with HR and leadership to ensure competitive and compliant off...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $144K *

Elevate the executive compensation landscape by managing complex projects, collaborating with top-tier consultants, and driving innovative strategies to attract and retain executive talent while ensur...

Reposted 3 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.