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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$154K - $199K *

Optimize benefits strategy by analyzing data, collaborating with stakeholders, and implementing solutions to enhance employee programs and ensure compliance with regulations while driving organization...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

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$85K - $123K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$91K - $137K *

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$86K - $273K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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$107K - $172K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $165K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$64K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.