As a director of compensation, you manage the development and implementation of compensation programs and incentive plans at a business or organization. Your duties and responsibilities are to ensure that the salary structures, compensation packages, and employee benefits, such as retirement plans, leave policies, and insurance policies, are in line with the institutional goals of your employer and meet all federal and state compliance standards related to wages and benefits. You typically work closely with other directors and HR managers, and you lead compensation managers and other office workers who help develop the strategic goals that your department implements.