Benefits Manager Jobs
A Benefits Manager in the human resources industry is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing corporate benefits programs, policies, and procedures. They manage compensation and benefits packages, ensuring they are competitive and compliant with legal requirements. They are also responsible for negotiating with vendors and brokers for services such as health insurance. They often manage wellness programs and retirement plans. They analyze current benefits trends to estimate impact on the company and its employees, and ensure that program implementation goes smoothly by coordinating with the HR and other relevant departments.
Important skills for a Benefits Manager include excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and familiarity with HR software like HRIS or HRMS. Knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws is crucial. Many Benefits Managers hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, and some roles may require a Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or similar certification. Before becoming a Benefits Manager, a person might work as a Human Resources Generalist, Compensation and Benefits Specialist, or Human Resources Manager.

Payroll Integrations Manager - WV - On Site
- VensureHR
- Scott Depot, WV
- 5 hours ago
- VensureHR
- Scott Depot, WV
- 5 hours ago
We are a proud work-from-office company. If you're ready to work on-site in a dynamic, global company, we'd love to hear from you. About Us Vensure Employer Solutions is the largest privately held...
Job Description Benefits Manager - Human Resources SUMMARY: The Benefits Manager will be supporting our Human Resources team and will be responsible for providing professional administration of all...
Be the go-to expert for employees, guiding them through benefits options, open enrollment, and payroll-related inquiries with clarity and care....
We are a proud work-from-office company. If you're ready to work on-site in a dynamic, global company, we'd love to hear from you. About Us Vensure Employer Solutions is the largest privately held...
RFSD is seeking a Payroll Manager to maintain day-to-day oversight of all payroll related functions and supervise all activities necessary to payroll, while serving a 1,000+ employee base. This...

- Globe Life Liberty National
- Northport, AL
- 10 days ago
- Globe Life Liberty National
- Northport, AL
- 10 days ago
Job Overview: We encourage driven individuals to seize this exciting opportunity with Globe Life Agency looking for a rewarding career. This role is an independent contractor position. Don't...

- Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians
- Coachella, CA
- 12 days ago
- Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians
- Coachella, CA
- 12 days ago
Lead Open enrollment to include planning, organizing and communication efforts....

PRINCIPLE DUTIES: Maintain and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions...
Assists in benefits communications and open enrollment. Answers questions from employees regarding benefits offerings and eligibility....
W e are a proud work-from-office company. If you're ready to work on-site in a dynamic, global company, we'd love to hear from you. About Us Vensure Employer Solutions is the largest privately...
Position Summary The Benefits Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Benefits Billing and Reconciliation sub-department, which includes managing a team of up to 10 off-shore...
AVP of Benefit Sales Integrations - AZ - On Site
- Chandler, AZ
- 60+ days ago
- Chandler, AZ
- 60+ days ago
We are a proud work-from-office company. If you're ready to work on-site in a dynamic, global company, we'd love to hear from you. About Us Vensure Employer Solutions is the largest privately held...
About Us Vensure Employer Solutions is the largest privately held organization in the HR technology and service sector, providing a comprehensive portfolio of solutions, including HR/HCM...
Zurich North America is looking for a skilled Senior Claims Specialist in Workers' Compensation to join our team. We offer flexible work options, including a fully remote schedule for candidates...
HR Benefits Coordinator Job Details Level Management Job Location Administration - Tucson, AZ Position Type 40 hours/week - year round Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $60,548.80 -...
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Benefits Manager position
- Multi-State Payroll
- Open Enrollment
- HR Systems
- Benefit Plan Design
- Human Resources Information System
- Compensation Analysis
- Leave of Absence
- Leave Administration
- Benefits Enrollment
- Employee Communications
- ADP Workforce Now
- Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)
- Leave Management
- Family And Medical Leave Act
- Executive Compensation
- Retirement Planning
- Compensation Administration
- Certified Payroll
- Garnishments
- Affordable Care Act
- Payroll Taxes
- Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation
- Employee Benefits
- Benefits Administration
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Processing
- Benchmarking
- Automatic Data Processing
- Workers' Compensation
- Claims
- Wellness
- Resolution
- Business Administration
- Strategy Development
- Payroll
- Finance
- Implementation
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Written Communication
- Collaboration
- Documentation
- Bachelor's Degree
- Reporting
- Filing
- Education Experience
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Regulations
- Policy Development
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Research Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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