Benefits Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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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Compensation Manager - $75k - Onsite

  • Norbourne Est, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Norbourne Est, KY
  • 5 days ago

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and a thorough knowledge of compensation practices and employment laws, particularly the FLSA guidelines....

Sr Benefits Specialist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 days ago

. • Ensure that all benefit plans are compliant with state/federal regulations, including audits. 15% • Other Responsibilities • Partner with Benefits team on open enrollment process and the implementation...

Manager, Benefits

  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 days ago

carriers to continuously review plan offerings; make recommendations to optimize spend and value for employees in alignment with Tempur Sealys total rewards philosophy Manage the execution of annual open...

Compensation Manager, Global HR M&A / US Proxy Statement

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 days ago

Work Arrangement:** This role is based remotely, but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Atlanta (GA), Austin (TX), Detroit (MI), Warren (MI), or Mountain View (CA) you are expected to report...

Senior Benefits Specialist

  • Meadowbrk Frm, KY
  • 16 days ago
  • Meadowbrk Frm, KY
  • 16 days ago

Coordinate benefit program activities, such as open enrollment and retirement planning with other departments and other sections within HR and affiliated companies as necessary....

Payroll Manager

  • Lexington, KY
  • 16 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 16 days ago

personnel in timely manner; Processing payroll for approximately 400 employees with accuracy and integrity, ensuring all weekly payroll deadlines are met; Responsibilities include processing wage garnishments...

Regional Payroll Manager (US/CA)

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 17 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 17 days ago

About Us** We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies....

Relationship Manager - Employee Benefits

  • Louisville, KY
  • 18 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 18 days ago

Group Benefit Support & Administration: Continually provide insurance expertise to your clients by managing benefit renewals, supporting Open Enrollment, and preparing quote proposals & benefit guides...

Compensation Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 21 days ago

Vaco has partnered with a company looking for an HR Compensation Manager to join their team! Job Summary: We are seeking a strategic and analytical HR Compensation Manager to lead the planning,...

Compensation Manager - $75k

  • Norbourne Est, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Norbourne Est, KY
  • 21 days ago

Vaco is working with a great company looking to add a Compensation Manager permanently to their team! This role requires: Assisting in Special Projects High Excel experience Being able to review...

Manager, Compensation Strategies

  • Louisville, KY
  • 24 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 24 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Temp - Benefits Analyst - SNA Temp - Benefits Analyst - SNA

  • Louisville, KY
  • 25 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 25 days ago

Ensures all benefit materials are current and stocked at facilities, coordinates Open Enrollment meetings, materials and communications....

HR Compensation Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 25 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 25 days ago

Vaco has partnered with a company looking for an HR Compensation Manager to join their team! Job Summary: We are seeking a strategic and analytical HR Compensation Manager to lead the planning,...

Benefits Analyst

  • Louisville, KY
  • 25 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 25 days ago

The position also ensures benefit materials are up to date across all facilities, coordinates Open Enrollment events and communications, and supports the organization's wellness initiatives....

Benefits Coordinator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 26 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 26 days ago

Participate in the annual benefit renewal and negotiation Coordinates new employee benefits orientation and enrollment Participate in Open Enrollment process Annually collects benefit information to...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in Kentucky 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
6.2%
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 Kentucky
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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