Benefits Manager Jobs in Chesterfield, VA

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)

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 3 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...

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

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 17 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...

Benefits Analyst

  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 1 day ago

Title: Benefits Analyst DSP03706 State Role Title: Human Resource Analyst I Hiring Range: Negotiable and commensurate with experience up to $70,000. Pay Band: 4 Agency: Department of State Police...

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

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 3 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...

Compensation and Benefits Specialist

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Manage the annual open enrollment process and educate employees regarding benefits programs during employee onboarding....

Regional Payroll Manager (US/CA)

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 7 days ago

About Us** We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies....

Sr. Manager, Compensation Delivery

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Sr. Manager, Compensation Delivery We are excited to announce an opening for a talented Senior Manager to lead our Compensation Delivery team. We are a team of Total Rewards leaders who enable...

Manager, Compensation Strategies

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Benefits Manager

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 26 days ago

Ensure compliance with Virginia employment laws, including the Virginia Overtime Wage Act (VOWA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Workers' Compensation regulations....

Payroll Manager

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and payroll software, especially Dayforce....

Senior Manager, Compensation

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Senior Manager, Compensation Are you interested in joining a team of Total Rewards leaders who enable game-changing business results by providing programs and solutions that unleash greatness in...

Manager, Compensation

  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (12 miles from Chesterfield, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Manager, Compensation Are you interested in joining a team of Total Rewards leaders who enable game-changing business results by providing programs and solutions that unleash greatness in our...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Chesterfield, VA

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


Highest Education Level

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



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