Benefits Manager Jobs in Golden, CO

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 (Health & Welfare)

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 20 hours ago

Support compliance activities related to Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), including the preparation of reports and filings required by federal and state agencies such as the Internal...

Senior Benefits Specialist

  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Assist with annual Open Enrollment process, from system testing to informational meetings and individual enrollment support....

US E-Internal Services-Talent-Benefits Specialist (Health & Welfare)-MK

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Support compliance activities related to Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), including the preparation of reports and filings required by federal and state agencies such as the Internal...

Compensation Manager

  • Broomfield, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Broomfield, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Overview As a world leader in innovative, casual footwear, Crocs, Inc., is dedicated to the future of comfort. Our original and most famous style, the Classic Clog, is instantly recognized around...

Remote Work

Compensation Manager, Global HR M&A / US Proxy Statement

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Work Arrangement:** This role is based remotely, but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Atlanta (GA), Austin (TX), Detroit (MI), Warren (MI), or Mountain View (CA) you are expected to report...

Account Manager - Employee Benefits

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 5 days ago

enrollment meetings and answers questions regardingbenefit coverage;* Negotiates with markets for benefits premium concessions;* Ensures that client team handles client benefit inquiries and manages...

Mgr Benefits

  • Aurora, CO (20 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (20 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 10 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Admin 2400 Peoria, US:CO:Aurora Department: UCHlth Benefits FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $47.57 - $76.11 / hour. Pay is...

Assistant Payroll Manager

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 16 days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 16 days ago

Assist the payroll manager with year-end W-2 filing and Accounting Services with the 1042S filing and prepare year-end closing and adjusting entries....

Compensation Specialist

  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 27 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 27 days ago

Hi, I'm Amy Fetchko, your Recruiter and guide to joining CSG! We areexcited to learn more about you and your unique background.As a Compensation Specialist, you will have a critical role in...

Senior Compensation Specialist

  • Broomfield, CO (16 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 25 days ago
  • Broomfield, CO (16 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 25 days ago

Stay informed about changes in employment laws and relevant financial services regulations Collaborate with HR and recruitment teams to develop competitive compensation packages for attracting top talent...

Senior Manager, Compensation and Benefits

  • Golden, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Golden, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Assist with FOCUS and FOCUS Mission Foundation Open Enrollments. Cultivate Divine Intimacy. Personal Mission Partner Development....

Compensation Manager II

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us! Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive...

Payroll Manager

  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Englewood, CO (13 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

E2 Optics is an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. We help clients deploy remarkably efficient solutions that are modern, turnkey, and minimize...

Voluntary Benefits Specialist

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

enrollment meetings, in conjunction with core EB Team Stay abreast of changes in the insurance industry and other external conditions that may impact clients; and make appropriate recommendations to...

Payroll Manager

  • Boulder, CO (23 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Boulder, CO (23 miles from Golden, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

Wellbeing We value the wellbeing of our people and offer competitive compensation, health benefits, wellness resources, 401(k) retirement planning, and employee recognition and leadership development...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Golden, CO

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in Golden, CO 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 Golden, CO
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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