Senior Director, Global Total Rewards (14-Month Contract)

Ladders; Canada (KY); Remote; CAD 321,000 - 482,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Wellness days

Inclusion and belonging programs

Remote-first work environment

Bonusly recognition

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Senior Director, Global Total Rewards (14-Month Contract) to shape enterprise-wide compensation, equity and benefits strategy for talent attraction and retention across a global organization.

You will lead a high-performing team, partner with executive leadership, and guide governance, market analysis, and data-driven recommendations for senior stakeholders and the Board.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in global Total Rewards programs incl. compensation, equity and benefits.
• Experience guiding Total Rewards strategy through growth and IPO prep.
• Advisory experience with executives and Boards, translating complex analyses into actionable recommendations.
• Deep knowledge of equity strategy and governance, including grant programs.
• Experience building job architecture and pay equity across multiple markets.
• Proficient in leading HRIS and compensation technology implementations.
• Familiarity with AI and analytics to enhance Total Rewards insights and employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global Total Rewards strategy to attract and retain talent across critical areas.
• Coach and develop a global team, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Strengthen governance and data integrity for scalable Total Rewards programs.
• Define the future technology ecosystem for Total Rewards, optimizing platforms and AI use.
• Partner with leadership on executive compensation strategy and market analysis.
• Oversee equity strategy and global compensation programs, ensuring pay equity initiatives.
• Set strategic direction for benefits, retirement, and wellbeing programs supporting international growth.

Skills

Global Total Rewards strategy

Executive advisory

Data analysis

Pay equity governance

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director, Global Total Rewards (14-Month Contract) to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This leader will shape the enterprise-wide compensation, equity, and benefits strategy that supports talent attraction and retention across a global organization. The role will partner closely with executive leadership on governance, market analysis, and pay equity as the business continues to scale. You will also guide a high-performing team and help define the technology and analytics foundation that supports the future of Total Rewards. This position calls for someone who can balance strategic vision with operational discipline, translating complex data into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders and the Board. The work will have direct impact on organizational growth, compensation governance, and employee experience across multiple markets.

Location: Canada, KY

Compensation: $230,000 - $345,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the global Total Rewards strategy to attract and retain talent across critical areas.
• Coach and develop a global team, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Strengthen governance and data integrity for scalable Total Rewards programs.
• Define the future technology ecosystem for Total Rewards, optimizing platforms and AI use.
• Partner with leadership on executive compensation strategy and market analysis.
• Oversee equity strategy and global compensation programs, ensuring pay equity initiatives.
• Set strategic direction for benefits, retirement, and wellbeing programs supporting international growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level experience in global Total Rewards programs, including compensation, equity, and benefits.
• Proven track record in guiding Total Rewards strategy through organizational growth and IPO preparations.
• Strong advisory experience with executives and Boards, translating complex analyses into actionable recommendations.
• Deep knowledge of equity strategy and governance, including grant programs and compensation governance.
• Experience in building job architecture and pay equity practices across multiple markets.
• Proficient in leading HRIS and compensation technology implementations, including data migration and controls.
• Familiarity with AI and analytics to enhance Total Rewards insights and employee experience.

Benefits

• Generous PTO policy with accrual of 2.08 days per month.
• Company-wide wellness days, one per quarter.
• Employee-led inclusion and belonging programs and ERGs.
• Remote-first work environment.
• Peer-to-peer recognition through Bonusly.

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.