Benefits Manager Jobs in California

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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Payroll Manager

PRINCIPLE DUTIES: Maintain and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions...

[WEBTOON] Compensation Specialist/Compensation Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago

WEBTOON Entertainment is a leading global entertainment company and home to some of the world's largest storytelling platforms. As the global leader and pioneer of the mobile webcomic format,...

Benefits Analyst

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Designs and distributes materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment and summary plan descriptions....

People & Talent Benefits Analyst

  • La Jolla, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 8 hours ago

enrollment periods Manage carrier EDI feeds with HRIS system ACA Reporting Help create and maintain a dashboard of People & Talent related KPI metrics (Power BI) What we are looking for: Bachelor's...

Account Manager, Employee Benefits - Hybrid Work

  • Moorpark, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Moorpark, CA
  • 1 day ago

Account Manager, Employee Benefits - Hybrid Work (Moorpark, CA) PCH Benefits compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 PLUS Full Benefits employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Account...

Senior Manager, Compensation & Benefits

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR), Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources...

Disability Benefits Analyst

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

The next part of your journey is right around the corner with The Standard. A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a...

Total Rewards Manager

  • Livermore, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Livermore, CA
  • 1 day ago

enrollment, health and welfare programs, retirement plans, and more, including design, implementation and all communications Continuously evaluate and enhance our Compensation and Benefit offerings...

Payroll Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Process and ensure timely submission of payroll taxes, filings, and other required reports (e.g., W-2, 1099, etc.)....

Payroll Manager

  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  • 3 days ago

Confidentially and accurately processes wages, gratuities, commissions, wage orders and garnishments....

Director Compensation & Benefits

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

appropriate communication strategy for specific benefits (open enrollment, health and wellness, etc.) and develop employee education programs to ensure employees understand benefits, their value, and...

Benefits Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or relevant certification preferred The expected salary range for this position is $148,920.12 to $165,466.80....

Benefits Manager

  • Woodland Hills, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA
  • 3 days ago

Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or relevant certification preferred The expected salary range for this position is $148,920.12 to $165,466.80....

Benefits Manager

  • Yuba City, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Yuba City, CA
  • 3 days ago

The Benefits Manager is responsible for managing all benefit and retirement plans....

Remote Work

GTM Compensation Manager

  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago

Everlaw is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic GTM Compensation Manager to develop, implement, and manage compensation programs for our rapidly expanding GTM teams. This role is critical for...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in California

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.3%
High School or GED
6.1%
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 California
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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