Explore Benefits Manager Jobs

Benefits Managers shape the programs that help organizations attract and retain talent. They oversee employee benefits strategy, manage health and retirement offerings, guide vendor relationships, and help ensure programs meet business needs and regulatory requirements. Explore vetted Benefits Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Benefits Manager Do?

Benefits Managers design, administer, and evaluate employee benefits programs. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include health and welfare plans, retirement savings, leave policies, wellness initiatives, and employee education. They partner with HR, finance, legal teams, brokers, and providers to balance employee needs, cost, and compliance.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in benefits administration, plan design, vendor and broker management, budgeting, and benefits compliance. Strong candidates combine analytical skills and attention to detail with clear communication, project leadership, and the ability to explain complex programs to employees and executives. Knowledge of relevant benefits regulations and HR systems can also be valuable.

Benefits Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies by location, industry, company size, and scope of responsibility. Senior Benefits Manager positions may pay $100,000 or more, particularly when they include strategic ownership, large employee populations, or multi-location programs. Related career paths include Director of Benefits, Total Rewards Manager, and VP of Total Rewards.

Find Benefits Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search Benefits Manager jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by employer, location, and responsibilities to find a position aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$75K - $90K *

Champion client relationships by managing employee benefits accounts, providing expert guidance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving client satisfaction and program success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining Human Resources within the construction sector. Drive recruitment, enhance company culture, and support our workforce through field outreach and comprehensive HR manageme...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $110K *

Elevate employee benefits by designing and managing comprehensive health, welfare, and retirement programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance coworker exp...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the administration and continuous improvement of Total Rewards programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee experience through effective benefits, leave, and retirement management across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Lead the charge in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance and exceptional service while managing billing, Medicaid processes, and team support in a dynamic healthcare environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to oversee fiduciary governance and ensure retirement plans operate in compliance with regulations. Collaborate with sponsors and advisors to manage plan administration and enhance parti...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to oversee fiduciary governance, ensuring retirement plans comply with regulations. Act as the primary contact for sponsors and advisors, coordinating plan operations and maintaining e...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Build strategic sales pipelines to drive new business growth in employee benefits solutions, focusing on client relationships, prospecting, and customized solutions to meet diverse organizational need...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $215K *

Advance your career by leading U.S. benefits and leave operations for 22,000 employees. Manage a team, oversee retirement funding, and drive process improvements to enhance employee experience and ope...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead comprehensive People & Culture initiatives, focusing on employee benefits, wellbeing, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership and staff to create impactful programs that enhance employee expe...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $163K *

Shape the future of provider agreements by managing negotiations, ensuring compliance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Lead a team to enhance operational efficiency and maintain member a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $183K *

Lead the clinical direction for complex workers’ compensation claims, ensuring effective care coordination and cost management while guiding a team in applying regulatory standards and best practices...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of claims management by leading a team to optimize processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure compliance. Analyze trends, negotiate settlements, and collaborate across depar...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $228K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic compensation initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to design equitable pay structures, ensuring alignmen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of HR by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Drive operational excellence and foster a positive workplace cult...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $145K *

Lead the Claims operations team, ensuring timely processing and quality outcomes. Oversee staff performance, workflow management, and process improvements while collaborating with executive leadership...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring payroll accuracy for 1,700 employees. Oversee payroll processing, audits, and compliance while managing a Payroll Analyst. Drive financial integrity and suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $113K *

Advance your career by supervising a dynamic claims team, ensuring compliance and performance excellence while fostering a culture of training and support. This remote role is key to driving departmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $149K *

Transform broker-dealer operations by overseeing compliance, enhancing trading accuracy, and leading cross-functional collaborations. Strengthen incident response frameworks while ensuring regulatory...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion the Business Insurance team by leading talent development, ensuring compliance, and executing strategic initiatives. Drive performance through effective management, training, and communicatio...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping compensation strategy to attract and retain top talent. In this leadership role, you'll collaborate with executives to ensure competitive pay practices and compliance, while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead billing operations and reimbursement processes, ensuring timely claims submission and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance revenue cycle management and drive financial performance throug...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K *

Champion service excellence by leading a high-performing team, optimizing workflows, and driving client satisfaction while aligning strategies with growth objectives and operational efficiency...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing service strategies that drive growth, enhance client satisfaction, and optimize operational efficiency while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing HR operations by managing recruiting, onboarding, and employee support. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance and improve processes while fostering...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Benefits Manager do?question toggle

    A Benefits Manager develops and oversees employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, leave, and wellness offerings. The role often includes vendor management, budgeting, compliance, employee communication, and program evaluation.

  • What qualifications are needed for a Benefits Manager job?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for experience in human resources or benefits administration, knowledge of benefits plans and applicable regulations, and strengths in analysis, communication, project management, and vendor coordination. Some roles prefer a relevant degree or professional certification.

  • How much do Benefits Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, and the size and complexity of the benefits programs managed. Senior Benefits Manager roles may offer salaries of $100,000 or more; review individual listings for current compensation details.

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

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse its Benefits Manager listings to review roles, employers, locations, and posted compensation.

  • What jobs can a Benefits Manager advance to?question toggle

    With experience, Benefits Managers may advance to Director of Benefits, Total Rewards Director, Head of Total Rewards, or other senior HR leadership positions.