▼3%
C$134,815
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$82k
MEDIAN
CA$135k
90%
CA$157k
The average salary for a Director, Compensation & Benefits is C$134,815 in 2025
Base Salary
C$82k - C$157k
Bonus
C$12k - C$27k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$9k
Total Pay
C$87k - C$183k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Director, Compensation & Benefits?
▲11%
What Do Director, Compensation & Benefits Do?
Director, Compensation & Benefits Tasks
- Plan, develop and evaluate compensation and benefits programs.
- Direct staff engaged in the compensation and benefits department's programs; job evaluation, salary, benefits and incentive programs.
- Ensure services are in compliance with professional recordkeeping, reporting standards, state and federal regulatory requirements and laws.
- Monitor compensation and benefits expenditure budgets.
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Common Health Benefits for a Director, Compensation & Benefits
Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
89%
Gender Breakdown for Director, Compensation & Benefits
Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Director, Compensation & Benefits
What is the highest pay for Director, Compensation & Benefits?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Director, Compensation & Benefits is CA$157k / year
What is the lowest pay for Director, Compensation & Benefits?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Director, Compensation & Benefits is CA$82k / year
How can Director, Compensation & Benefits increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Director, Compensation & Benefits is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Director, Compensation & Benefits that oversees more junior Director, Compensation & Benefits, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.