Benefits Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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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Total Rewards Manager (Global FMCG)

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 days ago

Proficiency in end-to-end payroll processing for US employees Skilled in HR systems (e.g., SAP, Dayforce, Paylocity) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook) Strong organizational, time...

Payroll Manager

  • Durham, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 5 days ago

In-depth understanding of payroll-related laws and regulations, including ACA compliance. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Human Resources, Accounting, or a related field preferred....

Worker's Compensation Specialist

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 6 days ago

Experience working in a role with workers compensation administration duties/ requirements Proven experience working in a Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Benefits System, or related system...

Executive Director of Compensation, Benefits and Wellness, Human Resources

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 7 days ago

Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, regulations, and private sector employment policies and procedures....

Benefits Analyst-Administration

  • Mooresville, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC
  • 7 days ago

enrollment, program, system implementations, upgrades, etc.)...

Senior Benefits Analyst

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 12 days ago

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity We are looking for an experienced, data-driven Sr. Benefits Analyst to manage our defined benefit (DB) administration and oversight...

Compensation Manager, Global HR M&A / US Proxy Statement

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 14 days ago

Work Arrangement:** This role is based remotely, but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Atlanta (GA), Austin (TX), Detroit (MI), Warren (MI), or Mountain View (CA) you are expected to report...

Workers Compensation Specialist - PT, PTA, OT, or ATC

  • Nashville, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Nashville, NC
  • 15 days ago

Workers' Compensation Specialist - PT, PTA, OT, or ATC 3 Locations Available req9880 Posted on: 4/9/2025 Job available in these locations: Nashville, NC, United States Washington, NC, United...

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 16 days ago

Employee Benefits Account Manager HUB International - 3.5 Greensboro, NC Job Details Full-time Estimated: $60.1K - $77.9K a year 5 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid parental leave Health...

Regional Payroll Manager (US/CA)

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 17 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 17 days ago

About Us** We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies....

Global Compensation Manager

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 18 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 18 days ago

Position at Attindas - US Attindas Hygiene Partners designs, manufactures, and markets absorbent hygiene products. The company sells adult incontinence and infant diapers, among other products,...

Benefits Analyst

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 19 days ago

enrollment preparation, execution and ensure post-close integration deliverables are executed....

Payroll Manager

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 19 days ago

Serves as the leader for tasks associated with yearend duties include processing and delivery of employee W-2 forms and tax preparation....

Workers' Compensation Specialist - PT, PTA, OT, or ATC

  • Washington, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Washington, NC
  • 19 days ago

Worker's Compensation Specialist - PT, PTA, OT, or ATC Ignite Your Career With CORA! As a Worker's Compensation Specialist, you will grow and strengthen the workers compensation programs...

Account Manager- Employee Benefits

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 21 days ago

Who We Are NFP, an Aon Company, is a multi-year Best Places to Work award winner in Business Insurance who has also earned the 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) award from Insurance...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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