Benefits Manager Jobs in Newport Beach, CA

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.

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Benefits Specialist Contractor

  • Santa Ana, CA (10 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (10 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits Specialist Contractor POST NUMBER: 433256 Miami, CA, US On-Site December 27th, 2024 Real Estate Vaco $ 20.00 - 23.00 hourly contractor Job Title: Benefits Specialist Location: Corporate...

Sr. Manager, Compensation & Payroll

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us? Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that's developing an electric vertical take-off and landing...

Sr. Benefits Specialist

  • Costa Mesa, CA (7 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (7 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Enrollment Craft compelling benefits content that speaks to our team's needs and our innovative culture Spearhead benefits onboarding, turning new hires into Anduril enthusiasts from day one Collaborate...

Corporate Payroll Manager

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Manage garnishments and levies. Audit. Oversee and drive the payroll processing cycle, submit and complete payroll. Review biweekly and weekly payroll output....

US Total Rewards Manager

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 14 days ago

Recognition & Rewards Programs: Implement and manage employee recognition and reward programs that align with company culture and values....

Total Rewards/Benefits Manager

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Manages open enrollment, which includes but is not limited to creating and overseeing project plan timelines, creating communication materials, testing online enrollment system, conducting open enrollment...

Payroll Manager

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: processing annual performance reviews, personnel action notices, pay changes, benefits (including 401(k), garnishments, and bonuses....

Account Manager, Employee Benefits

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 17 days ago

. * Manages and facilitates preparation of open enrollment (OE) packets including SBCs and disclosure notices. * Understands and can explain all aspects of carrier renewals for assigned clients * Maintains...

Client Manager, Employee Benefits - Burnham Benefits

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 19 days ago

.), and Open Enrollment preparation and execution....

Payroll Manager

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Required Skills: Proficient with payroll using Dayforce. Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes....

Sr. Benefits Analyst

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Lead the annual open enrollment process, develop strategic communication materials, coordinating informational sessions, and ensuring a smooth, well-executed enrollment....

Manager - Compensation

  • Orange, CA (13 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Orange, CA (13 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Manager - Compensation locations Estados Unidos, Connecticut, Orange posted on Publicado hoy time left to apply Fecha final: 17 de marzo de 2025 (Quedan 25 dias para realizar la solicitud) job...

Benefits Analyst

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 22 days ago

Manages and assists with client-related service issues and open enrollment meetings WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE: 5-7 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of college work...

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA (11 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Conducting annual open enrollment meetings, health fairs and webinars as needed. Collecting new client information for HIB technology offerings....

HR & Benefits Coordinator

  • Costa Mesa, CA (7 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (7 miles from Newport Beach, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

HR & Benefits Coordinator The HR & Benefits Coordinator supports the Human Resources Shared Services team, primarily the HR Benefits department, handling various tasks related to benefits...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Newport Beach, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in Newport Beach, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.2%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.3%
High School or GED
6.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Benefits Managers in Newport Beach, CA
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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