Benefits Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

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, Specialist

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

At Verint, we believe customer engagement is the core of every global brand. Our mission is to help organizations elevate Customer Experience (CX) and increase workforce productivity by delivering...

Bilingual Assistant Payroll Manager

  • Riverdale, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverdale, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and review payroll-related reports for internal departments and external agencies (e.g., tax filings, garnishments, audits)....

Benefits Analyst

  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Company Logo Overview The Benefits Analyst plays a key role in the administration, analysis, and support of employee benefit programs across Canada. This position will support the Senior Benefits...

Compensation Manager

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Director Compensation & Benefits

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 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...

Payroll Manager

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Review and approve employee W-2 documents annually. Complete all compliance auditing and reporting as needed. Assist employees with questions regarding their pay....

Executive Compensation Manager

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Description:This Lockheed Martin (LM) Total Rewards position supports the Director of Corporate Executive Compensation with Board/Compensation Committee meetings and materials, as well as the...

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Senior Account Manager, Employee Benefits

  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Overview The Senior Account Manager is responsible for providing comprehensive account support to a client or group of clients, with limited direction from a more senior team member. The Senior...

Senior Benefits Analyst

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Benefits team is responsible for the overall strategy, design, and management of benefits and resources to attract, retain, and develop top talent. The Senior Benefits Analyst is a...

Payroll Manager

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

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Benefits Specialist

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago

laws (FMLA, ADA, COBRA, etc.)...

Total Rewards Manager Global Benefits

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago

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

Benefits Manager - US

  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 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....

Customer Success Manager Benefits Solutions

  • Hunt Valley, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Account Management Prepare for and lead open enrollment meetings. Review and support in enrollment, benchmarking, financial and utilization data based on financial review standards....

Lead Benefits Specialist

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Work with Senior Benefits Manager and benefits broker to conduct annual benefits review....

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

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


Highest Education Level

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



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