Benefits Manager Jobs in Durham, NC

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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Benefits Analyst

  • First Citizens Bank
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Supports open enrollment and partners with key stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of benefits. Associate Support - Responds to inquiries concerning benefit programs and policies....

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Compensation Manager

  • Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 days ago

pricing and benchmarking to maintain competitive, market-aligned salary ranges Analyze compensation data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities (e.g., equity, compression, market gaps) Partner...

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Benefits Specialist

  • Duke University
  • Durham, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 5 days ago

Provide support to Benefits Manager and Plan Managers for special projects, including open enrollment, annual benefit statement production, performing research and other tasks as needed The above statements...

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Senior Benefits Analyst

  • WolfSpeed Inc.
  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago

and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytics to monitor utilization, participation, and cost trends Interprets benefits policies and provide guidance to HR partners, managers, and employees Leads Open...

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Benefits Manager

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Operational Excellence & Employee Experience Own open enrollment planning through delivery (communications development, requirements, testing, content, systems readiness, call center prep, issue triage...

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Sr. Manager Compensation Strategy and Analytics

  • LabCorp
  • Durham, NC
  • 20 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 20 days ago

Labcorp is a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients make informed decisions that advance care. Join us in our...

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Compensation Manager

  • Envu
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 22 days ago

Compensation Plan Administration: Lead and administer global compensation plans, including merit increase, short-term incentives (STI), long-term incentives (LTI), and spot bonus awards (STG)....

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Benefits Manager

  • Workplace Options
  • Brentwood, NC (22 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brentwood, NC (22 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

What you will do: The Benefits Manager is responsible for managing and executing the day-to-day operations of employee benefits programs across the United States....

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Senior Manager, Benefits

  • N-able
  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Leads the US Open Enrollment process annually....

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Workers Compensation Specialist - MUST be a licensed PT, PTA or OT

  • CORA Physical Therapy
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

The Workers' Compensation Specialist at CORA Physical Therapy requires a valid state license as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, or Occupational Therapist, along with 2+ years...

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Compensation Manager

  • Pro Mach Inc
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Strong skills in market pricing, job evaluation, and compensation program administration. Proficiency in Excel and experience with HR systems, preferably Workday, as well as with Payfactors....

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Durham, NC

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in Durham, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
Master's Degree
28.4%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
6.0%
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 Durham, NC
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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