Benefits Manager Jobs in Kentucky
Benefits Manager jobs in Kentucky are open across Louisville, Florence, and Hazard and other Kentucky metros, with employers like Mercer, Appalachian Regional Healthcare, and Pilgrim's hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company:
Mercer
Description:
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Health & Benefits team at Mercer. This role will be based in Louisville, KY. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
As a Senior Health & Benefits (H&B) Consultant, you will assist with managing consulting engagements with 2,000+ life employers regarding their medical, dental, life, and disability benefit plans and programs. You will negotiate with benefits carriers and vendors to secure health and welfare plan coverage for these employers, acting as the client manager and often the Mercer relationship manager.
We will count on you to:
- Manage complex client engagements, including overall service delivery, strategy, financial evaluations, plan design, renewal, business placement, benchmarking, and other studies.
- Develop sophisticated benefits design and renewal strategies and drive the development of tools and solutions to address complex client issues.
- Develop the full scope of services provided to the client and set roles/responsibilities within the client team.
- Effectively communicate Mercer's position on the latest industry trends to clients.
- Be accountable for revenue/profitability for client accounts and projects.
- Monitor the success of projects in terms of scope, budget, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
- Set strategic direction and create demand for new products/services in the marketplace.
- Manage and participate in new business opportunities with sales channel partners.
What you need to have:
- BA/BS degree.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in identifying, designing, recommending, and implementing efficient, innovative business solutions to clients' complex health care benefit plans.
- Client facing experience in a consulting capacity.
- Renowned expertise and industry reputation in the health & benefits field.
What makes you stand out:
- Life and Health License.
- Strong, innovative sales and marketing skills plus the ability to market organizational strengths successfully.
- Well-versed mathematical skills, strategic planning, communication, and listening skills.
- Proven management skills in leading large, complex projects.
Why join our team:
- We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.
- We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.
- Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.
MERHBUS
Mercer is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Mercer, visit mercer.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.
Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com.
Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.
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Find Benefits Manager JobsBenefits Manager Jobs by City in Kentucky
Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Benefits Manager Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Mercer4

- Appalachian Regional Healthcare3

- Pilgrim's2

- USI Insurance Services2

- Aaa Club Alliance1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Insurance4
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Education2
- Food & Beverage2
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in benefits manager jobs across Kentucky.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Three or more years of employee benefits administration experience
- Working knowledge of ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, and FMLA compliance requirements
- Experience managing health, dental, vision, life, and disability plan vendors
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or ADP
- SHRM certification or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist designation preferred
Benefits Manager Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many benefits manager jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 23+ benefits manager openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Florence, and Hazard. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
How much do benefits managers make in Kentucky?
Benefits managers in Kentucky earn a median of about $114,290 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,850 for the lowest 10% to over $194,170 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Kentucky cities have the most benefits manager jobs?
Louisville, Florence, and Hazard have the most benefits manager openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire benefits managers in Kentucky?
Employers hiring benefits managers in Kentucky include Mercer, Appalachian Regional Healthcare, and Pilgrim's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote benefits manager jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 26% of benefits manager openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.
How do I apply for benefits manager jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to benefits manager jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.
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