Sr Director, Executive Compensation

Ladders; Toronto; On-site; CAD 282,000 - 421,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Health, life, and disability insurance

Retirement plan contributions

PTO and paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage for-

Defined Contribution Pension Plan and–

Vacation and personal time with paid u

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Sr Director, Executive Compensation to own the strategy, design, and execution of executive compensation programs in a leadership role. The position partners with senior leadership, the Compensation Committee, and key stakeholders to ensure market-aligned pay decisions and strong governance.

You will drive job evaluation, leveling, reporting, and disclosure support in a board-facing environment, with responsibilities spanning strategy, governance, and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, or Business Administration; MBA preferred.
• Extensive experience in executive compensation.
• Strong knowledge of regulations and governance trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of executive compensation programs.
• Ensure programs align with market competitiveness and shareholder interests.
• Provide insights on compensation trends and regulatory changes.
• Develop and oversee job evaluation and leveling processes.
• Prepare materials for the Compensation Committee.
• Support annual CD&A and SEC filings regarding executive compensation.
• Oversee management of executive pay program administration.

Skills

Executive compensation

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Finance/Business

MBA preferred

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Sr Director, Executive Compensation to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space. This leader will own the strategy, design, and execution of executive compensation programs that support competitive pay practices and strong governance. The role will partner closely with senior leadership, the Compensation Committee, and key stakeholders to ensure executive pay decisions align with market trends, shareholder interests, and regulatory expectations. You will also help drive executive job evaluation, leveling, reporting, and disclosure support in a highly visible, board-facing environment.

Location: Toronto, ON - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $202,000 – $302,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of executive compensation programs
• Ensure programs align with market competitiveness and shareholder interests
• Provide insights on compensation trends and regulatory changes
• Develop and oversee job evaluation and leveling processes
• Prepare materials for the Compensation Committee
• Support annual CD&A and SEC filings regarding executive compensation
• Oversee management of executive pay program administration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred
• Extensive experience in executive compensation
• Strong knowledge of regulations, governance trends, and best practices
• Experience preparing materials for Compensation Committees and Boards
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Proven leadership and team development capabilities

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program available to all employees
• Health, life, and disability insurance options
• Retirement plan contributions from both employees and the organization
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees in Canada
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group Retirement Savings Plan options in Canada
• Vacation and personal time along with paid holidays in Canada

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.