Benefits Manager Jobs in New Mexico

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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Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 22 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 22 hours ago

About HUB In a rapidly changing world, HUB advises businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. As one of the worlds largest insurance brokers, our focus is dedicated to...

Payroll Manager

  • Farmington, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee the end-to-end payroll process for a workforce of approximately 1,500 employees, including full-time, part-time, hourly,...

Remote Pharmacy Benefits Analyst

  • NM
  • 16 days ago
  • NM
  • 16 days ago

and implement benefit solutions to promote quality and achieve cost savings Participates in the setup and monitoring of Medicare Pharmacy benefits and PDE accuracy in collaboration with out Pharmacy Benefit...

Remote Work

Benefits Analyst 4

  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 17 days ago
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 17 days ago

Reporting to the Benefits Manager, this advanced-level role will be responsible for the design and administration of employee benefits related to new, existing, or modified health and welfare, leave...

Worker's Compensation Manager

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 19 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 19 days ago

Position Summary Manage, supervise and coordinate the functions of the Workers' Compensation Program and the Employee Health Center; monitor and ensure work quality and adherence to established...

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Las Vegas, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Las Vegas, NM
  • 30+ days ago

A local independent agency is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Account Manager. Responsibilities: Preparing pre-renewal, renewal, and marketing reports. Comparing health plan benefits and...

Manager - Compensation, Remote

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date...

Compensation and Benefits Coordinator (Full Time)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

& Benefits Manager, resolve administrative problems with the carrier representatives....

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in New Mexico

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


Highest Education Level

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



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