Benefits Manager Jobs in Colorado

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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Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • ISU Insurance Services of Colorado
  • Littleton, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 2 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Job Description The Financial Service Account Manager at ISU Insurance Services of Colorado is responsible for the...

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Int Account Manager - Employee Benefits

  • Aegon
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago

Job Family Account / Relationship Management About Us At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of...

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Senior Benefits Analyst

  • DaVita
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago

This position reports to the Benefits Manager....

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Workday Payroll Manager

  • Armanino McKenna Certified Public Accountants & Consultants
  • Denver, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 10 days ago

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest...

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Retirement Benefits Specialist-161096

  • Adams County
  • Brighton, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Brighton, CO
  • 12 days ago

Executes complex professional, administrative, and technical duties when analyzing and administering essential components of the Adams County Retirement Plan (Retirement Plan), while maintaining a...

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Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • USI Holdings
  • Denver, CO
  • 15 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 15 days ago

and Requirements About the Role: The Employee Benefits Account Manager is responsible for managing employee benefits accounts and acts as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned clients. In...

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Payroll Manager, US

  • Legora AB
  • Denver, CO
  • 17 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 17 days ago

People Enablement on payroll changes related to new hires, terminations, open enrollment, and qualifying life events Respond to employee payroll and pay-related benefits inquiries with accuracy and...

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Benefits Analyst

  • PCL Construction
  • Arvada, CO
  • 17 days ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 17 days ago

The future you want is within reach. Let's build it together. At PCL Construction Services, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don't just build projectswe build opportunities,...

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Payroll & Benefits Manager

  • ChurchStaffing
  • Littleton, CO
  • 20 days ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 20 days ago

Support annual budgeting, compensation planning, personnel forecasting, and reporting processes by providing accurate payroll and benefits data....

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Payroll Manager

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 20 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 20 days ago

The Payroll Manager plays a key role in overseeing the end-to-end payroll process across North America entities, including manufacturing facilities, R&D, corporate headquarters, and commercial...

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Sr. Compensation Manager

  • Crocs
  • Broomfield, CO
  • 21 days ago
  • Broomfield, CO
  • 21 days ago

At Crocs, Inc., every career offers a chance to make a real impact. No two journeys look the same. And that's exactly how we like it. Whether you're welcoming customers into our stores,...

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HR & Payroll Manager

  • Valhalla Industries, Inc.
  • Thornton, CO
  • 27 days ago
  • Thornton, CO
  • 27 days ago

Support compensation administration and payroll-related adjustments....

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Compensation Manager

  • MYR Group
  • Denver, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 30+ days ago

This role leads compensation administration and supports core compensation processes, including annual merit and bonus planning, job family architecture, market pricing, and executive compensation....

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Benefits Analyst

  • Empower
  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • 30+ days ago

enrollment Prepare data and documentation for audits, reporting, and compliance requirements Support updates to plan documents, policies, procedures, and employee communications Partner with vendors...

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Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Colorado

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in Colorado offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
Master's Degree
28.4%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
6.0%
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 Colorado
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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