Benefits Manager Jobs in Minnetonka, MN

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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HR Payroll Benefits Specialist

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
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  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
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As a Benefits Specialist, you will take on multiple priorities, pertaining to, but not limited to the overall Benefits open enrollment, Cobra, billing and reporting, along with 401(k) & 409(a) management...

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

  • Golden Valley, MN (4 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • moments ago
  • Golden Valley, MN (4 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • moments ago

The City of Golden Valley is now hiring for Payroll and Benefits Specialist This position is responsible for administering payroll and personnel benefit functions. Apply:

Benefits Specialist - Executive Benefits Healthcare Team

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Preparing the annual enrollment portal and applicable materials for existing participants during open enrollment (typically Q4)....

Account Manager, Employee Benefits

  • Richfield, MN (9 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Richfield, MN (9 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Assist in completion and processing of applications; Schedule, prepare for, and support open enrollment meetings....

Compensation Manager

  • Medina, MN (11 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Medina, MN (11 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 9 days ago

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our...

Benefits Manager

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 10 days ago

Kutak Rock LLP Benefits Manager in Minneapolis , Minnesota JOB SUMMARY Kutak Rock LLP seeks a Benefits Manager to join its national Human Resource team....

Benefits Specialist Senior - State Prog Admin Sr

  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 11 days ago

Working Title: Benefits Specialist Senior Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior Agency: Mn Management & Budget Job ID: 84392 Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time:...

Classification and Compensation Specialist

  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 15 days ago

Knowledge of relational database structures, operation, and maintenance, and experience with human resources information systems. Advanced knowledge of Excel and proficiency in MS Office suite....

Compensation Manager

  • Bloomington, MN (11 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN (11 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 17 days ago

KGP Telecommunications LLC Compensation Manager in Bloomington , Minnesota Compensation Manager Job Locations US-MN-Bloomington Requisition ID 2025-2849 Category (Portal Searching) Human Resources...

Executive Compensation Specialist

  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 21 days ago

Senior Manager, Executive Compensation Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so...

Payroll Manager

  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 23 days ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 23 days ago

Year-end W-2 Reporting: Manage the Year-end process beginning with the Electronic Service and Vertex Updates. Ensure W-2 records are complete and accurate....

Benefits Analyst

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 27 days ago

Manager and HR teams to execute projects, escalations,munications and programs as needed....

Compensation & Benefits Manager (Rochester, NY or Burnsville, MN)

  • Burnsville, MN (16 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burnsville, MN (16 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description As part of the Building Technologies North American Human Resource team, the Compensation & Benefits Manager will lead, manage, and administer the employee compensation and benefits...

Senior Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Plymouth, MN (3 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (3 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Senior Employee Benefits Account Manager Plymouth, MN or Mendota Heights, MN Employee Benefits Job Type Full-time Description WHY NORTH RISK PARTNERS Are you interested in doing work that matters...

Benefits Manager - Minneapolis, MN

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits Manager - Minneapolis, MN in Minneapolis , Minnesota Back Benefits Manager #25-347 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Apply Apply for this job now!...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Minnetonka, MN

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


Highest Education Level

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



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