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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$150K - $180K *

Create a transformative People Business Partnership function from the ground up, defining strategy and structure while driving talent density and serving as a trusted partner to the executive team and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform revenue operations by leading forecasting, governance, and KPI reporting. Manage a diverse team to ensure data integrity and support sales growth, while collaborating across functions to dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Human Resources, guiding recruitment, training, and compliance to enhance associate relations and support business objectives in a dynamic hotel environment...

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

$160K - $170K *

Elevate the Human Resources function by directing recruitment, training, and compliance efforts to enhance associate relations and support departmental goals, ensuring a high-quality workforce aligned...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $170K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Human Resources operations, ensuring effective recruitment, training, and compliance. Collaborate with management to enhance associate relations and support business obje...

1 week ago

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

$113K - $210K *

Shape the future of sponsor analytics by leading a high-performing team to deliver actionable insights and reporting, enhancing decision-making for plan sponsors and driving healthier outcomes across...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $210K *

Champion innovative compensation strategies that align with business needs, enhance employee experience, and support talent retention. Lead comprehensive compensation initiatives and ensure compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of HR by delivering strategic solutions to meet business and employee needs at our facility. Collaborate with leadership to implement effective HR policies, drive initiatives, and fos...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Serve as a strategic HR leader, guiding a team to enhance organizational effectiveness, drive talent initiatives, and partner with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business goals, ensuring a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $210K *

Empower your career by leading the Sponsor Analytics function, delivering actionable insights and strategic reporting to enhance benefits programs and improve health outcomes for Canadians through dat...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $210K *

Transform your career by leading the Sponsor Analytics function, delivering actionable insights and reporting to enhance benefits programs and improve health outcomes for Canadians. Drive innovation a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $168K *

Transform the employee experience by leading HR Service Delivery and People Operations. Drive efficiency through data-driven processes, optimize payroll administration, and enhance self-service techno...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$200K - $316K *

Drive impactful incentive compensation strategies that enhance performance and align with commercial goals across U.S. operations. Collaborate with leadership to implement data-driven initiatives, fos...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing HR technology to enhance business growth and employee experiences. Own the technology roadmap, manage vendor relationships, and implement scalable solutions that streamli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $215K *

Transform variable compensation programs by collaborating with leaders to design, implement, and analyze data-driven solutions that attract and retain top talent in a fast-paced startup environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $215K *

Drive innovative solutions in variable compensation to attract top talent, ensuring accurate incentive plan administration, data analytics, and collaborative partnerships with senior leadership for ef...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in innovative marketing strategies, managing a dedicated team to enhance brand visibility and community engagement across all initiatives. Drive results through data analysis and ensur...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$232K - $290K *

Shape the future of global People Operations by leading innovative HR service delivery, enhancing employee experiences, and driving operational excellence in a rapidly scaling biopharmaceutical enviro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$199K - $240K *

Innovate your career by leading HR technology and analytics initiatives. Drive strategic workforce insights, enhance HR operations, and ensure data integrity while collaborating with senior leaders to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$199K - $240K *

Help us drive HR innovation by leading our People Intelligence & Technology initiatives. You'll oversee HRIS, analytics, and reporting, ensuring data integrity and compliance while enhancing user expe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team driving HR excellence by partnering with leadership to enhance talent, culture, and performance. Utilize data-driven insights and HR expertise to align organizational priorities an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to drive client engagement and sales in wealth management. Leverage your financial expertise to build relationships, tailor solutions, and enhance client experiences in a fast-pace...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $165K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing innovative talent strategies. Collaborate with business leaders to drive organizational development, workforce planning, and high-performance culture within a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$133K - $183K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading global strategies and scalable programs. Drive employee lifecycle enhancements, optimize service delivery, and foster a high-performing cultu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining event operations by leading a dynamic group to execute impactful live and virtual events. Drive strategic planning, manage logistics, and enhance customer experiences whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.