Benefits Manager Jobs in Maryland

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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Bilingual Assistant Payroll Manager

  • Riverdale, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Riverdale, MD
  • 45+ days ago

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

Customer Success Manager Benefits Solutions

  • Hunt Valley, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD
  • 3 days ago

At AssuredPartners, our Hunt Valley, MD office is expanding! We are hiring for a hybrid Sr Account Execitive to work with our to deliver exceptional risk management solutions to our growing local...

Manager, Compensation Consulting

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 9 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 9 days ago

JOB SUMMARY As an integral member of the Global Compensation team, the Manager, Compensation position provides consulting and analytical support of global compensation activities related to job...

Benefits Analyst II

  • Nottingham, MD
  • 10 days ago
  • Nottingham, MD
  • 10 days ago

Lead the planning and execution of annual open enrollment: scheduling and coordinating meetings/webinars, drafting and sending employee communications, answering questions and addressing concerns from...

Manager of Compensation

  • MD
  • 15 days ago
  • MD
  • 15 days ago

in Human Resources (SPHR)-HRCI preferred or Professional in Human Resources (PHR)-HRCI preferred or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Expert knowledge...

Senior Account Manager, Employee Benefits

  • Hanover, MD
  • 16 days ago
  • Hanover, MD
  • 16 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...

Payroll Manager

  • Patuxent River, MD
  • 17 days ago
  • Patuxent River, MD
  • 17 days ago

We have a robust recognition program in place, including employee appreciation events, and employee recognition awards, to acknowledge and reward exceptional work....

Small Group Client Manager, Employee Benefits

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 22 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 22 days ago

Conduct open enrollment meetings, clearly explaining and relaying benefit information to clients and their employees....

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Benefits Specialist I

  • Columbia, MD
  • 23 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 23 days ago

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our...

Payroll Manager

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 30+ days ago

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for...

Compensation Manager

  • Owings Mills, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD
  • 30+ days ago

GFT is seeking a Compensation Manager to join our Human Resources team! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance in the office. Preference will be given to candidates...

Account Manager, Employee Benefits

  • Hanover, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hanover, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Assist in completion and processing of applications; Schedule, prepare for, and support open enrollment meetings....

US E-Consultative Services-Oracle Cloud Compensation Specialist Senior-HC/HRS&T

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago

Oracle HCM Cloud Specialist Senior: Compensation Module What drives you? Is it complex, challenging, possibly global projects? Is it the satisfaction of solving problems and eliminating pain...

US E-Consultative Services-Oracle Cloud Compensation Specialist Master-HC/HRS&T

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago

Oracle HCM Cloud Specialist Master: Compensation Module What drives you? Is it complex, challenging, possibly global projects? Is it the satisfaction of solving problems and eliminating pain...

Benefits Analyst

  • Hanover, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hanover, MD
  • 45+ 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...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Maryland

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in Maryland offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.4%
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 Maryland
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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