Mid Level Benefits Manager Jobs
Mid level benefits manager jobs go to professionals ready to own benefits programs end to end, guide junior HR staff, and make enrollment and vendor decisions with limited oversight. Openings are spread across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Insurance, Consulting & Professional Services, and Accounting & Auditing, with employers like Alvarez & Marsal, Marsh McLennan Agency, and USI Insurance Services hiring at this level now.
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Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented HR Benefits and Payroll Manager to lead our compliance, benefits administration and payroll operations. This vital role ensures the seamless management of employee compensation, benefits programs, and compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HR systems, payroll management, and legal compliance, with a passion for fostering positive employee relations and delivering exceptional HR support. Join us to drive efficiency, accuracy, and employee satisfaction across our organization!
Duties
- Oversee the end-to-end payroll process utilizing systems such as ADP or PayCom to ensure accurate and timely compensation delivery.
- Manage benefits administration programs including health insurance plans, workers' compensation, retirement plans, FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), and other employee benefits.
- Maintain and support HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) for data collection, analysis, and reporting purposes.
- Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion while managing data collection for regulatory reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams to facilitate employee benefits orientation, and training & development initiatives as needed.
- Support employee relations by addressing inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies, benefits questions, or HR policies promptly and professionally.
- Manage HRIS and tools to ensure streamlined and efficient record keeping.
- Assist in policy implementation, handbook compliance and documenting standards of practice when needed.
- Guide department audits, workers' compensation claims, and unemployment.
- Ability to ensure a positive and engaging process throughout the employment process.
- Filing employee documents and up to date record keeping on a regular basis.
- Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively build relationships with stakeholders, co-workers, and employees.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Experience
- Demonstrated experience with payroll processing and compliance.
- Ensure HR compliance by staying current with employment & labor law regulations, Knowledge of ACA, ERISA, COBRA, and other relevant policies.
- Experience successfully managing 401(k) safe harbor plans, 403b plans including audits and compliance.
- Ability to work in a demanding environment with changing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR data reporting.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Proven experience managing payroll systems such as ADP or PayCom in a fast-paced environment.
- Extensive knowledge of benefits administration processes including health insurance plans, workers' compensation programs, and FMLA regulations.
- Strong understanding of employment & labor law compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze HR data using tools like Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) for reporting and decision-making purposes.
- Familiarity with HR systems (HRIS/HRMS) and experience supporting these platforms is highly preferred.
- Experience handling confidential information with integrity while ensuring adherence to HR legal compliance standards.
- Minimum of 3 years required in HR, payroll or benefits administration highly desirable.
- HR work experience in a non profit setting a plus!
Competitive salary and benefits package with a hybrid schedule.
Join us as our HR Benefits and Payroll Manager to lead essential functions that empower our workforce through accurate pay practices, comprehensive benefits programs, and unwavering compliance!
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Dependent care reimbursement
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Bedford, MA 02740
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented HR Benefits and Payroll Manager to lead our compliance, benefits administration and payroll operations. This vital role ensures the seamless management of employee compensation, benefits programs, and compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HR systems, payroll management, and legal compliance, with a passion for fostering positive employee relations and delivering exceptional HR support. Join us to drive efficiency, accuracy, and employee satisfaction across our organization!
Duties
- Oversee the end-to-end payroll process utilizing systems such as ADP or PayCom to ensure accurate and timely compensation delivery.
- Manage benefits administration programs including health insurance plans, workers' compensation, retirement plans, FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), and other employee benefits.
- Maintain and support HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) for data collection, analysis, and reporting purposes.
- Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion while managing data collection for regulatory reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams to facilitate employee benefits orientation, and training & development initiatives as needed.
- Support employee relations by addressing inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies, benefits questions, or HR policies promptly and professionally.
- Manage HRIS and tools to ensure streamlined and efficient record keeping.
- Assist in policy implementation, handbook compliance and documenting standards of practice when needed.
- Guide department audits, workers' compensation claims, and unemployment.
- Ability to ensure a positive and engaging process throughout the employment process.
- Filing employee documents and up to date record keeping on a regular basis.
- Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively build relationships with stakeholders, co-workers, and employees.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Experience
- Demonstrated experience with payroll processing and compliance.
- Ensure HR compliance by staying current with employment & labor law regulations, Knowledge of ACA, ERISA, COBRA, and other relevant policies.
- Experience successfully managing 401(k) safe harbor plans, 403b plans including audits and compliance.
- Ability to work in a demanding environment with changing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR data reporting.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Proven experience managing payroll systems such as ADP or PayCom in a fast-paced environment.
- Extensive knowledge of benefits administration processes including health insurance plans, workers' compensation programs, and FMLA regulations.
- Strong understanding of employment & labor law compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze HR data using tools like Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) for reporting and decision-making purposes.
- Familiarity with HR systems (HRIS/HRMS) and experience supporting these platforms is highly preferred.
- Experience handling confidential information with integrity while ensuring adherence to HR legal compliance standards.
- Minimum of 3 years required in HR, payroll or benefits administration highly desirable.
- HR work experience in a non profit setting a plus!
Competitive salary and benefits package with a hybrid schedule.
Join us as our HR Benefits and Payroll Manager to lead essential functions that empower our workforce through accurate pay practices, comprehensive benefits programs, and unwavering compliance!
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Dependent care reimbursement
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Bedford, MA 02740
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Mid Level Benefits Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level benefits manager job?
Position yourself by highlighting direct ownership of benefits programs, such as leading open enrollment, managing vendor relationships, or administering health and retirement plans independently. Tailor your resume to show specific outcomes, like reduced costs or improved employee participation rates. Certifications such as CEBS or PHR signal readiness for mid level work, and experience with benefits administration platforms like Workday or SAP strengthens your application considerably.
Which companies hire mid level benefits managers?
Companies hiring mid level benefits managers right now include Alvarez & Marsal, Marsh McLennan Agency, and USI Insurance Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Mid-size and enterprise employers across corporate, healthcare, and professional services sectors tend to maintain dedicated benefits teams where this level of role has the most traction.
Are there remote mid level benefits manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and role scope. About 59% of mid level benefits manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting broader flexibility trends in HR functions. Roles tied to on-site employee populations or multi-location program coordination are more likely to require at least partial in-person presence.
How do I move up to a mid level benefits manager role?
Growing from entry level into a mid level benefits manager role takes deliberate deepening of hands-on ownership. Focus on taking the lead on enrollment cycles, building comfort with benefits compliance requirements like ERISA and ACA, and managing vendor or broker relationships directly. Demonstrating measurable impact, such as reducing plan costs or improving utilization, and earning a benefits-specific certification shows employers you are ready for greater responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level benefits managers?
Mid Level benefits manager roles concentrate in Insurance, Consulting & Professional Services, and Accounting & Auditing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to employ large workforces with complex benefits needs, creating steady demand for professionals who can manage multi-plan programs and navigate compliance requirements without close supervision.