Benefits Manager Jobs in Edwardsville, IL

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

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

About Acrisure: Acrisure is a global Fintech leader that combines the best of humans and high tech to offer multiple financial products and services to millions of businesses and individual...

Payroll Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

reporting, including annual W-2 efforts Apply payroll law expertise to resolve employee and management issues Manage departmental performance, quality, and people-including supervisors and team members...

Account Manager Employee Benefits (Hybrid)

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

needed Inputs data into appropriate software for vendors/carriers/clients within required timeframe Coordinate employee communications for enrollment Participate with new client set-up, renewals, and open...

Total Rewards Manager Global Benefits

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Additionally, the Global Benefits Manager oversees various health and welfare projects....

Benefits Specialist

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Conduct New Hire Benefit Orientation and participate in annual Open Enrollment. Troubleshoot and assist Team Members in HRIS system (WorkDay)....

Benefits Manager - US

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

**Job Summary** We are seeking a Benefits Manager to join our team. This is a hybrid position that can be based out of any of our US locations....

Total Rewards Manager - Benefits (CS25-263)

  • Edwardsville, IL (5 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL (5 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) - PHR/SPHR or CP/SCP HR Certification Supplemental Information Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs Application Instructions: How to Apply...

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Candidates without insurance industry background with experience in open enrollment and benefits welcome to apply....

Benefits Coordinator

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Manages administration of employee benefits program which includes: Collaborating with plan administrators and carriers to resolve employee issues Developing and administering the open enrollment and...

Benefits Specialist/Administrator

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

. + Experience running Open Enrollment. + Workday experience highly preferred....

Payroll Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

recommendations to Management regarding development of new payroll applications or practices and internal controls.Oversee and maintain compliance for all involuntary deductions such as child support orders, garnishments...

Benefits Analyst

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Assisting with the annual Open Enrollment process and with the review and update of information on the total rewards site....

Benefits Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Additional Information About the Role We are looking for a Benefits Manager to join our team!...

Manager, Benefits

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

enrollment coordination • Benefits data management • Assists as directed with the administration of retirement savings plans (401k Program in the USA, RRSP in Canada), involving regular reviews with...

Payroll Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

CORPORATE OVERVIEW Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri with more than 1,200 employees and nearing $2B in revenue, Alberici is a diversified construction company that partners with leading...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Edwardsville, IL

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in Edwardsville, IL 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 Edwardsville, IL
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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