Benefits Manager Jobs in San Jose, 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 Analyst

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

commuter benefits, 401(k), employee assistance programs, and other company benefit plans Partner and assist with managing relationships with third-party vendors Support team in coordinating annual Open...

Payroll Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Process and maintain payroll information for time off requests and employee transactions such as timesheets, direct deposits, leave of absences, garnishments, new hires, terminations, and domestic partner...

Senior Benefits Analyst

  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

You will work closely with the Total Rewards team, Payroll, and benefits brokers to administer the daily operations of the benefits program, support open enrollment processes, and conduct analysis to...

Sr. Payroll Manager

  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Working knowledge of variety of system applications such as Workday, ADP Celergo & GlobalView, Ceridian Dayforce and/or various and Time and Attendance platforms in a multi-country model....

Payroll Manager-Construction Industry

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Local and growing construction firm in Fremont, CA is seeking to add a PAYROLL MANAGER to their team. Construction industry is required. This is 100% onsite. $120k-125K plus BONUSES! Qualified...

Global Payroll Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 20 days ago

2 End of Year Qualifications Years of experience: 5 years Experience level: Experienced Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies....

Sr Manager, Compensation

  • San Jose, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 20 days ago

At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving...

Payroll Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Fast growing start-up company is looking for a hands-on Global Payroll Manager. You will be for the preparation, review and process domestic and global payroll for 450 employees. You will also be...

Global Compensation Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 23 days ago

Global Compensation Manager Rambus - 3.7 San Jose, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $130,000 - $200,000 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Health insurance Dental...

Payroll/Benefits Specialist/Accounting Clerk

  • Portola Valley, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Portola Valley, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Receive and distribute payroll warrants, W-2 forms, retirement statements, and other related forms and materials associated with the position....

Incentive Compensation Manager

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on helping conquer cancer globally through use of its proprietary tests, vast data sets and advanced analytics....

Benefits Supervisor

  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Own the open enrollment process. Design and distribute materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment and summary plan descriptions. Provide training and support to management and employees....

Senior Benefits Specialist

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Reporting to the Senior Benefits Manager, the Senior Benefits Specialist will assist the team with administration and project work in support of our employee benefit programs....

Benefits Manager, Life@ Mental Health

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

We are seeking an experienced individual to join the Health & Wellbeing team as a Benefits Manager, Mental Health. This role will include strategy, vendor management, compliance, and engagement....

Multi-State Payroll Manager

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Auto-Chlor is now hiring a Payroll Manager to lead our payroll operations team. We're looking for a leader who will contribute to our People First culture. This position would work in-office...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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