Explore Wellness Director Jobs

Wellness Directors lead programs and initiatives that help people and organizations improve health, well-being, and quality of life. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on employee wellness, healthcare services, fitness and recreation, senior living, or community health. Browse Wellness Director opportunities on Ladders, including vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Wellness Director Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry, but Wellness Directors commonly shape wellness strategy, oversee programs and teams, manage budgets, and evaluate outcomes. They may coordinate health education, fitness, mental well-being, preventive care, or employee engagement initiatives. Many also work with executives, clinicians, human resources teams, vendors, and community partners to align services with organizational goals and the needs of the people they serve.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek leaders with experience in wellness, healthcare, public health, fitness, human resources, or a related field. Useful strengths include program development, people management, budgeting, communication, data analysis, and knowledge of applicable health and safety requirements. Some positions may require a relevant degree, professional certification, clinical background, or specific industry experience.

Wellness Director Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as location, organization size, sector, scope of responsibility, and experience. Senior roles overseeing large teams, multiple sites, or broad wellness strategies may offer higher earning potential. Ladders specializes in vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover leadership roles that fit their expertise and career goals.

Find Wellness Director Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore Wellness Director openings and related leadership positions. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then identify opportunities that match your background in wellness strategy, health services, or program leadership.

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$95K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee relations across diverse environments. As a trusted advisor, you'll manage complex issues, conduct investigations, and provide strategic recommendati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $163K *

Lead and manage client-facing teams to deliver high-quality card processing projects, ensuring successful implementations and client satisfaction through effective project management and strategic ove...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $225K *

Manage compliance for the Affirm Card program, ensuring regulatory adherence across marketing, onboarding, and servicing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex compliance challen...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining compliance in the financial services sector. You'll lead compliance advisory for innovative card products, ensuring regulatory adherence while collaborating with cross-fu...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $149K *

Shape the future of healthcare by overseeing utilization management teams, ensuring quality care and resource allocation. Collaborate with medical staff to enhance patient outcomes while managing oper...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $131K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic Salesforce CRM team focused on enhancing business processes and providing exceptional service support within a collaborative environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $166K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $126K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate across departments, manage risks, and mentor others while leveraging best practic...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $180K *

Engage in strategic partnership management to drive revenue growth and innovation. Lead relationship development with ecosystem partners, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while maximizing...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $330K *

Drive medical excellence by bridging clinical insights with risk management, guiding underwriting standards, and ensuring compliance across Life, Disability, and Long Term Care products while collabor...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $119K *

Unlock potential by managing complex workers' compensation claims, driving investigations, and shaping strategies. Build relationships, ensure compliance, and mentor others while making a direct impac...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $288K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic actuarial solutions for a dynamic healthcare portfolio. Drive team performance and collaboration to deliver impactful pricing and projections while navigating comp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$65K - $96K *

Empower compliance processes by preparing complex government filings, mentoring team members, and ensuring accuracy, while maintaining high service standards and developing knowledge of intricate comp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $352K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $126K *

Advance your career by managing cross-functional projects to achieve strategic objectives. Oversee the full project life cycle, ensuring quality deliverables and effective communication with stakehold...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a multi-functional team to enhance trading, operations, and billing processes, ensuring a seamless client experience and driving continuous improvement acros...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by leading data center construction initiatives. Oversee scope, schedule, and budget while managing a collaborative team to ensure quality and client satisfaction on complex p...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $231K *

Innovate portfolio strategies by leveraging market insights and driving execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and achieve business objectives in the healthcar...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $231K *

Unlock potential by driving financial strategy and analysis, bridging data systems with executive insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance business performance and support strategic decisio...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$76K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

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$67K - $108K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$62K - $107K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $223K *

Transform sales compensation operations by leading design, administration, and improvement initiatives. Drive accuracy in payroll processing, enhance SOX compliance, and leverage AI tools to optimize...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Wellness Director do?question toggle

    A Wellness Director leads wellness programs and strategy. Depending on the organization, the role may cover employee well-being, healthcare, fitness, preventive health, senior living, or community wellness.

  • What qualifications do Wellness Director jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value leadership experience and a background in wellness, healthcare, public health, fitness, or human resources. Some roles require a relevant degree, certification, clinical experience, or specialized industry knowledge.

  • How much do Wellness Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by location, sector, employer size, experience, and the role’s scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation information.

  • Where do Wellness Directors work?question toggle

    Wellness Directors may work for corporations, healthcare providers, fitness and recreation organizations, senior living communities, educational institutions, or public and community health organizations.

  • What skills are important for a Wellness Director?question toggle

    Commonly valuable skills include program design, team leadership, budgeting, communication, data-informed evaluation, and the ability to coordinate with stakeholders and align wellness initiatives with organizational goals.