Associate Vice President, Benefits

Ladders; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 207,000 - 331,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Educational assistance

Employer-matched retirement plans

Job summary

Ladders seeks an Associate Vice President, Benefits to lead a comprehensive benefits strategy for a major healthcare employer in Milwaukee, aligning health programs with population health needs. You will provide strategic direction on pharmacy and formulary management while partnering with vendors and stakeholders to ensure compliance and accountability.

The role demands 10+ years in benefits and 5+ years in leadership, with expertise in self-funded medical and pharmacy design and federal/state

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, healthcare administration, or related field required.
• 10+ years in a benefits role within a large, complex organization.
• 5+ years in a leadership position with team development experience.
• Experience with self-funded medical and pharmacy plan design.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state benefit laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of comprehensive health programs.
• Develop strategies to align clinical care with population health needs.
• Provide strategic insights to shape the health benefits roadmap and Total Rewards strategy.
• Translate regulatory and industry trends into actionable recommendations.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure accountability and performance.
• Lead contract negotiations and vendor transitions for health programs.
• Oversee pharmacy strategy and formulary management.

Skills

Benefits leadership

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Team development

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, healthcare administration, or a related field

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Vice President, Benefits to join the team of a leader in the Hospitals & Medical Centers space.

This leader will shape and execute a comprehensive benefits strategy that supports workforce well-being, organizational competitiveness, and the broader total rewards agenda. The role will partner closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to strengthen health program design, improve accountability, and ensure compliance in a highly regulated environment. It will also provide strategic direction on pharmacy and formulary management while translating market and regulatory trends into practical recommendations.

Location: Milwaukee, WI - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $207,360 – $331,008 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of comprehensive health programs.
• Develop strategies to align clinical care with population health needs.
• Provide strategic insights to shape the health benefits roadmap and Total Rewards strategy.
• Translate regulatory and industry trends into actionable recommendations.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure accountability and performance.
• Lead contract negotiations and vendor transitions for health programs.
• Oversee pharmacy strategy and formulary management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, healthcare administration, or a related field.
• 10 or more years in a benefits role within a large, complex organization.
• 5 or more years in a leadership position with team development experience.
• Experience with self-funded medical and pharmacy plan design.
• Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state benefit laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits including medical and dental.
• Paid Time Off programs for work-life balance.
• Educational Assistance Program for career growth.
• Employer-matched retirement plans and financial wellness programs.

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.