Explore Benefits Administrator Jobs

Benefits Administrators help organizations design, manage, and improve employee benefit programs. Their work can span health and welfare plans, retirement benefits, leave programs, vendor relationships, employee communications, and regulatory compliance. Explore vetted Benefits Administrator opportunities on Ladders, focused on professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Benefits Administrators Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and seniority, but often include administering benefits enrollment and life-event changes, coordinating with brokers and plan providers, resolving complex employee inquiries, maintaining accurate records, and reviewing plan performance and costs. Experienced professionals may lead benefits operations, advise business leaders, manage teams, or contribute to broader total rewards strategy.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek knowledge of employee benefits programs, strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and experience with benefits administration platforms and HR information systems. Familiarity with applicable benefits regulations, vendor management, data privacy, and process improvement can also be valuable. Requirements differ across organizations and roles.

Benefits Administrator Career Opportunities

Benefits Administrator roles can be found across industries and organizations of different sizes. Depending on experience, job scope, and employer needs, career paths may lead to senior benefits administration, benefits management, total rewards, or broader human resources leadership. Review each listing for its specific responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

Find High-Paying Benefits Administrator Jobs

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Benefits Administrator openings and related benefits roles to find positions that match your experience and career goals.

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$130K - $180K *

Transform client outcomes by providing strategic oversight for high-revenue accounts. Collaborate with teams to optimize benefits strategies, mentor peers, and drive business growth through advanced l...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Elevate client success by managing strategic relationships with mid-to-large clients, optimizing benefits strategies, and mentoring teams to enhance program outcomes and drive business growth through...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of client engagement by providing strategic oversight for high-revenue clients. Collaborate with teams to optimize benefits strategies, mentor peers, and drive business growth through...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $175K *

Grow your career with a leadership role driving revenue growth and managing sales producers. Collaborate with executive teams to achieve sales goals while fostering relationships and ensuring robust p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to improving patient care as a Healthcare Operations Manager. Lead a cross-functional team, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a positive culture in a dynamic outp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $125K *

Transform the patient experience by leading a dedicated team in optimizing healthcare operations. Drive quality improvements, manage clinic performance, and foster professional growth in a supportive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $114K *

Empower a dedicated team to enhance patient care and operational excellence. Lead initiatives in clinical goal setting, financial management, and team development while fostering a culture of growth a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize healthcare operations by leading a dedicated team, directly impacting patient care in an outpatient clinic. Drive financial performance and foster employee growth while ensuring compliance an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform patient care by leading a dedicated team in an outpatient clinic. Drive operational excellence, manage finances, and foster a culture of growth while making a meaningful impact on patients...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $121K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care while leading a cross-functional clinical team, managing operations, and fostering a positive work environment to achieve quality improvement and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead and inspire a clinical team in an outpatient setting, focusing on patient care, operational excellence, and financial management. Drive quality improvement initiatives while fostering a positive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $151K *

Contribute to improving patient care as a Healthcare Operations Manager, leading a dedicated clinical team and overseeing clinic operations. Build relationships, manage budgets, and foster a positive...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join us in enhancing our IT environment by providing hands-on support, managing systems, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure and efficient IT operations while lea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compensation strategies and driving organizational effectiveness through expert advisory and support to HRBPs and LOB managers on a wide range of compensation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $106K *

Analyze and audit financial data to identify risks and improve processes. Collaborate with team members on projects, providing insights and updates. Utilize analytical skills to conduct risk-based aud...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $106K *

Analyze and audit financial reports to identify risks and improve processes. Collaborate with team members to provide insights and updates on audit findings while applying intermediate knowledge in fi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $160K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Manage and optimize cloud-native PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data architecture and support disaster recovery while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $157K *

Lead the charge in optimizing HR technology and total rewards operations, ensuring data integrity and effective benefits administration while guiding a team and collaborating across functions to enhan...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role managing the complete billing process, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with attorneys and clients to streamline invoicing and enhance client...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$76K - $90K *

Champion the billing process by coordinating with attorneys to ensure accurate invoicing, managing time entries, and collaborating with e-billing teams to deliver high-quality invoices while addressin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Oversee compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to healthcare regulations and policies, enhancing collaboration between providers and health systems while improving patient outcomes and operational...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$78K - $165K *

Lead a high-performing team in delivering comprehensive fund administration services, managing investor transactions, compliance, and reporting while ensuring operational excellence and client satisfa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape your career by leading core accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial processes, compliance with standards, and effective collaboration across teams to drive organizational success...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform claims operations by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation. Collaborate with executives to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency while mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Benefits Administrator do?question toggle

    A Benefits Administrator manages employee benefit programs and related processes, which may include enrollment, plan communications, vendor coordination, employee support, records, and compliance activities.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Benefits Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications vary by employer. Many roles value experience with employee benefits, HR systems, benefits platforms, data analysis, communication, and relevant regulations. Senior positions may require program leadership or vendor-management experience.

  • What benefits programs might a Benefits Administrator oversee?question toggle

    Programs may include health and welfare coverage, retirement plans, leave and wellness programs, and other employer-sponsored benefits. The exact scope depends on the organization.

  • How can I find Benefits Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Benefits Administrator listings on Ladders, where professional roles are focused on salaries of $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its compensation range and requirements.

  • What career paths can follow a Benefits Administrator role?question toggle

    With relevant experience, professionals may progress into senior benefits administration, benefits management, total rewards, or broader human resources leadership roles.