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 *

Collaborate with US and Canada leaders to drive people strategies that enhance organizational performance. Utilize HR expertise to manage workforce planning, employee relations, and talent management...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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

$110K - $130K *

Empower talent acquisition and people operations by designing scalable systems that drive growth. Lead recruiting efforts, optimize sourcing channels, and enhance employee engagement to support a thri...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$103K - $161K *

Drive strategic growth by establishing and nurturing key partnerships with Enterprise Claims carriers, ensuring service excellence and collaboration across internal teams to enhance business outcomes...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Empower a dynamic People function while managing various corporate operations. Collaborate with external partners and lead organizational design efforts. Multi-faceted role requiring resourcefulness a...

4 weeks ago

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

$132K - $193K *

Empower global talent mobility by designing and managing international assignment programs. Collaborate with diverse partners to enhance employee experiences and drive operational excellence in a dyna...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a leading organization by shaping and enhancing a comprehensive benefits program. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives and improve employee experience...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer a transformative benefits strategy that enhances employee experience across North America. Lead a dynamic team, collaborate with senior leaders, and manage comprehensive health, retirement, an...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Champion a transformative benefits program, enhancing employee experience across North America. Lead strategic initiatives, manage vendor partnerships, and develop a high-performing team to align bene...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Shape your career by leading a comprehensive benefits program that enhances employee experience across North America. Drive strategic initiatives, manage vendor partnerships, and develop a high-perfor...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees across North America. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee program design, and foster a high-performing team to el...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$245K - $337K *

Lead corporate legal initiatives, manage a growing team, and drive strategic transactions while partnering with senior management to enhance governance and compliance in a dynamic, fast-paced environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$209K - $283K *

Innovate financial solutions for insurance companies by structuring and executing transactions. Collaborate on client-specific designs, lead deal execution, and develop new products while ensuring com...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $283K *

Drive innovative financial solutions for insurance companies, focusing on inforce mortality and morbidity transactions. Engage in deal structuring, execution, and product development while collaborati...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $220K *

Optimize global payroll operations by leading strategy, governance, and modernization efforts. Drive compliance and efficiency across 25+ countries while fostering cross-functional partnerships and en...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Drive growth as a senior leader in business development, managing teams and strategies to acquire new clients. Collaborate with marketing and operations to maximize opportunities and achieve ambitious...

Illinois, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Join us in shaping equity administration at a leading aerospace firm. You'll manage global equity lifecycle operations, optimize systems, ensure compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform payroll operations by leading global payroll functions, ensuring compliance and excellence in delivery. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and enhance governance while managing ven...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate program implementation and stakeholder engagement in pharmaceutical market access. Oversee daily operations, client relations, and staff management while ensuring adherence to budgets and p...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in aligning HR strategies with business goals, enhancing organizational effectiveness and employee engagement while navigating complex labor relations in a unionized manufacturing envi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming Human Resources by driving strategy and operational excellence. Collaborate with leadership to enhance organizational effectiveness and foster a thriving culture in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic leadership team to enhance HR operations, develop talent, and drive organizational effectiveness. This hands-on role requires strategic thinking and day-to-day execution to foster a hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $290K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $290K *

Lead the charge in life insurance consulting by driving account growth, overseeing client delivery, and nurturing junior talent while showcasing your expertise in financial modeling and risk managemen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $290K *

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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.