Director, Global Benefits

Ladders; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 215,000 - 296,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Director, Global Benefits to lead the global benefits strategy for a high-growth technology organization in San Francisco. You will partner with HR, Payroll, Legal, and systems teams to support delivery across regions and employee populations.

You will drive financial discipline, vendor performance, and engaging benefits experiences that support retention and recruitment, while ensuring compliance with global labor laws and integrating benefits across the business.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR/Total Rewards experience with 5+ years leading global benefits strategy.
• Proven track record in managing global broker partnerships and vendor pricing.
• Deep financial acumen with experience in multi-million-dollar global budgets.
• Expertise in US health & welfare systems with knowledge of EMEA and APAC benefits structures.
• Familiarity with HRIS tools and AI-driven technologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a multi-year global benefits strategy aligned with business objectives
• Serve as a subject matter expert on global benefits trends and cost strategies
• Manage relationships with global brokers and vendors to ensure service delivery and competitive pricing
• Oversee benefits operations including annual open enrollment and system integrations
• Ensure compliance with global labor laws and regulations
• Lead benefits due diligence and integration for M&A activities
• Establish KPIs and metrics to measure plan health and employee engagement

Skills

Global benefits strategy

Vendor management

Financial analysis

HRIS & AI tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership and communication

Tools

HRIS systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Global Benefits to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This leader will own the global benefits strategy for a high-growth technology organization, ensuring programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with business priorities. The role will partner closely with HR, Payroll, Legal, and systems teams to support delivery across regions and employee populations. It will also drive financial discipline, vendor performance, and benefits experiences that support retention and engagement.

Location: San Francisco, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $215,000 – $295,900 annually

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a multi-year global benefits strategy aligned with business objectives
• Serve as a subject matter expert on global benefits trends and cost strategies
• Manage relationships with global brokers and vendors to ensure service delivery and competitive pricing
• Oversee benefits operations including annual open enrollment and system integrations
• Ensure compliance with global labor laws and regulations
• Lead benefits due diligence and integration for M&A activities
• Establish KPIs and metrics to measure plan health and employee engagement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR/Total Rewards experience, with 5+ years leading global benefits strategy in a high-growth environment
• Strong record in managing and maximizing global broker partnerships
• Deep financial acumen with experience in quantitative financial analyses and managing multi-million-dollar global budgets
• Expertise in US health & welfare systems and knowledge of EMEA and APAC benefits structures
• Familiarity with HRIS tools and AI-driven technologies
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on empathy and clear communication
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Payroll, Legal, and Systems

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan
• Paid leave including PTO and parental leave
• Equity options when applicable
• Support for mental health and family-building resources
• Opportunities for professional development and community connection initiatives

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.