Benefits Manager Jobs in Troy, MI

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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Account Manager, Employee Benefits

  • Southfield, MI (10 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southfield, MI (10 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 1 day ago

The Small Group Account Manager is responsible for managing an assigned book of business while developing long-term relationships with clients. This position will also be responsible to respond to...

Payroll Manager

  • Troy, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 3 days ago

Payroll Manager Job Summary: The Payroll Manager is responsible for the accurate preparation, documentation, and distribution of payroll via the payroll system. Reviews the computation of pay and...

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Troy, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 9 days ago

enrollment meetings, explaining benefits to clients employees Manage annual timeline events, such as pre-renewal questionnaires/meetings, mid-year reviews and stewardship reporting, and compliance...

Total Compensation Specialist

  • Auburn Hills, MI (7 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (7 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Coordinate annual open enrollment and educate team members about benefit options. Conduct annual audits pertaining to retirement plan, workers' compensation and all cafeteria plans....

Total Benefits Specialist

  • Farmington Hills, MI (14 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (14 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Knowledge of payroll systems, employment law, compensation practices, and benefits compliance. High attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability....

Employee Benefits Account Manager Needed

  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 12 days ago

A local independent agency is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Account Manager. Responsibilities: Preparing pre-renewal, renewal, and marketing reports. Comparing health plan benefits and...

Benefits Supervisor II (Human Resources Department)

  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 19 days ago

Description HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BENEFITS SUPERVISOR II The major functions performedby aBenefitsSupervisorinclude thedevelopment, application and resolution of issues and...

Manager, Compensation Strategies

  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 25 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...

Benefits Manager - Office of Human Resources

  • Dearborn, MI (20 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (20 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 29 days ago

The Benefits Manager serves as a steward of public, private, and sensitive information....

Senior Compensation Specialist

  • Bloomfield Township, MI (7 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bloomfield Township, MI (7 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Stay informed about changes in employment laws and relevant financial services regulations Collaborate with HR and recruitment teams to develop competitive compensation packages for attracting top talent...

Benefits Analyst - Employee Health & Benefits

  • Troy, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Benefits Analyst - Employee Health & Benefits Our not-so-secret sauce. Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn't happen overnight. It's a result of hard work by extraordinary people....

Compensation Manager

  • Birmingham, MI (5 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, MI (5 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Compensation Manager Location: Remote- Time Zone location- Eastern or Central Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $120,000-$140,000 (Range applies to US candidates only) + Benefits/Variable...

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Payroll & Benefits Specialist

  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Process payroll for around 300 employees hourly and salary Workday/ADP Multi- State payroll Assist with internally for the benefits Processing the benefits paperwork - general oversight/knowledge...

Payroll Manager

  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

As a Payroll Manager, you'll lead a team of individuals who perform a variety of payroll and tax processes at the team member and organization level. You'll lead, mentor and coach team members on...

Senior Benefits Analyst

  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI (18 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

annual Open Enrollment process. and year end activities Manage benefit issues and appeal process for benefits issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure fairness and compliance....

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Troy, MI

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


Highest Education Level

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



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