Benefits Manager Jobs in Matawan, NJ

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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SAP - SuccessFactors Payroll - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

  • Iselin, NJ (11 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Iselin, NJ (11 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Global Payroll Manager

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Enrollment Process annually.Lead, recommend and participate in projects to continually review and improve current processes and internal controlsManage and audit yearly administration of payroll in...

Payroll Manager

  • Hazlet, NJ (4 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ (4 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Payroll, Time and Payroll Tax manager Payroll Manager - North America and Canada About Us:IFF, a global leader in fragrance and flavor, is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join our team....

Global Payroll Manager

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

With millions of diners, 60,000 restaurant partners and 25+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader with a passion for helping...

Benefits Specialist

  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

The Assistant Manager assists with new hire orientations, the open enrollment process, ensures the accuracy and timeliness of enrollments, and responds to health and life insurance plan inquires from...

Director Compensation & Benefits

  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 5 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...

Manager, Compensation Processes & Systems

  • Summit, NJ (21 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Summit, NJ (21 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

The Opportunity:Reporting to the Global Compensation Processes & Systems Lead, as the Manager, Compensation Processes & Systems, you will support the global Compensation COE's technology...

Total Rewards Manager Global Benefits

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

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

Benefits Manager - US

  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 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....

Payroll Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Conduct open enrollment, benefit plan updates, and terminations. Support employees with benefits-related inquiries including healthcare, retirement, FMLA, disability, and workers compensation....

Payroll Manager

  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Payroll Date Posted: 6/2/2025 Location: Valley Road Date Available: 07/01/25-06/30/26 Closing Date: 06/15/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Benefits Specialist

  • Manasquan, NJ (22 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Manasquan, NJ (22 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Winston Benefits, a Brown & Brown company, is seeking a...

Benefits Specialist

  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Provide support of the organization's open enrollment program, including but not limited to managing fields and data flows within the people resources application....

Benefits Specialist

  • Linden, NJ (14 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Linden, NJ (14 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Benefits Specialist Title: Benefits Specialist Location: Linden,NJ (Onsite,Part time, M-F, 8-12pm) Contract: 3+ Month Job Description: The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the administration...

National Payroll Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Matawan, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

It's more than a job As our Payroll Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end payroll process for our multi-state workforce, ensuring timely and accurate payroll disbursement. You will manage...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Matawan, NJ

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


Highest Education Level

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



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