Benefits Manager Jobs in California

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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Lead Open enrollment to include planning, organizing and communication efforts....

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Payroll Manager

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...

Compensation Manager

  • Burbank, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 9 hours ago

About the Role & Team We are hiring a Compensation Manager for the Studios Compensation Team in Burbank, CA. As part of the Studio Compensation team, the Compensation Manager provides guidance to...

Payroll Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 11 hours 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 Manager

  • Foster City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Foster City, CA
  • 1 day ago

As Zooxs Benefits expert, the Senior Benefits Manager will need to balance priorities of employees, managers, senior leaders, and the company....

Employee Benefits Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Develop and lead the benefits enrollment process, including annual US Open Enrollment, and ongoing new hire enrollment....

Payroll Manager

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 1 day ago

Stay up-to-date on latest Payroll laws and regulations - Work with Payroll Team on quarterly review of 941s and SODs (statements of deposits), tax reviews and any tax adjustments - Oversee and review garnishments...

Manager, Benefits

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 1 day ago

This role can be located in our North America HQ in Santa Monica, California, or one of the region offices in: Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ At Red Bull, effectively managing top-tier benefits in a...

Benefits Coordinator

  • Malibu, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Malibu, CA
  • 1 day ago

Benefits Coordinator Human Resources Malibu Campus Administrative/Office Support Regular Human Resources The Human Resources Benefits Coordinator provides excellent and compassionate service to...

Payroll Manager

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 1 day ago

Payroll Manager 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars Santa Barbara, CA 93106 Hybrid work Job Posting Details (External) Position Number: 40035936 Payroll Title: PAYROLL MGR 2 Job Code: 0606 Job Open Date:...

Payroll Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to join our dynamic team. The Payroll Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the payroll...

Manager, Compensation & Benefits (JB)

  • Modesto, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 2 days ago

They have asked us to help identify a hands-on Compensation and Benefits Manager reporting directly to the Vice President Human Resources....

Payroll Manager

  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago

employee questions regarding payroll and process payroll changes Manage tax and benefits compliance and reporting with all Federal, State, and Local payroll compliance, including tax withholding and garnishments...

Sr. Payroll Manager

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 4 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....

Benefits Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Benefits Specialist (Sacramento) : Act as a key representative at Benefit/Health Fairs, Wellness Events, and Open Enrollment Meetings Educate customers about...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in California

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in California 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 California
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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