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 Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like USI Insurance Services, HUB International, and Whatnot hiring at this level now.
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The HR Benefits Analyst is responsible for the administration of health and welfare and retirement plans. The analyst is responsible for vendor management and handling employee benefits related issues. This role is currently a hybrid opportunity with Mondays and Fridays remote while Tuesday - Thursday are in office days. Occasional New Hire Benefits Orientation will require Mondays on-site half days.
What You Will Do:
- Assists with the administration of US health and welfare and retirement (defined benefit and defined contribution) plans.
- Handles employee benefits related issues including employee requests and inquiries, requests for assistance and education, issue resolution and invoicing.
- Assists new employees with benefits enrollment. Conducts new hire benefits orientation as needed.
- Ensures benefit plan vendors administer plans according to design. Monitors vendor performance and escalates issues as appropriate. Ensures issues are resolved timely. Assists in the development of vendor performance metrics, evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
- Understands and interprets applicable benefit regulations including ERISA, PPACA, and HIPAA. Keeps current regarding legislative changes and ensure plans remain compliant. Ensures timely completion and submission of required governmental and organizational reports and filings.
- Develops and documents benefit plan processes to ensure consistent, accurate and timely processing and superior customer service. Creates, maintains, and updates documentation of process flows, administrative and standard operating procedures.
- Maintains accurate written benefit summaries, Summary Plan Descriptions and other benefit related documents.
- Contributes to content development and delivery for annual open enrollment, new hire, and life event communications as well as targeted communications throughout the year.
- Assists with annual open enrollment process including plan implementation, systems testing, and communications. Creates and reviews employee benefit communication materials. Participates in employee enrollment meetings as needed.
- Works with internal groups and vendors to support system testing, data interfaces in/out of the system, development of test plans, and the execution of plan changes and reporting. Implement and test benefit plan changes and new programs.
What You Will Need:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field along with 3‒5 years of previous related experience OR
- A combination of education and experience may be applicable in lieu of a 4-year degree.
- CEBS designation preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong technical knowledge of ERISA.
- Strong analytical, written, presentation and project management skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point required.
- Experience with Oracle Advanced Benefits is a plus.
- Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
Reporting Relationships:
The incumbent reports to a Manager, Director or Executive level position. This position does not have any direct reports.
The HR Benefits Analyst is responsible for the administration of health and welfare and retirement plans. The analyst is responsible for vendor management and handling employee benefits related issues. This role is currently a hybrid opportunity with Mondays and Fridays remote while Tuesday - Thursday are in office days. Occasional New Hire Benefits Orientation will require Mondays on-site half days.
What You Will Do:
- Assists with the administration of US health and welfare and retirement (defined benefit and defined contribution) plans.
- Handles employee benefits related issues including employee requests and inquiries, requests for assistance and education, issue resolution and invoicing.
- Assists new employees with benefits enrollment. Conducts new hire benefits orientation as needed.
- Ensures benefit plan vendors administer plans according to design. Monitors vendor performance and escalates issues as appropriate. Ensures issues are resolved timely. Assists in the development of vendor performance metrics, evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
- Understands and interprets applicable benefit regulations including ERISA, PPACA, and HIPAA. Keeps current regarding legislative changes and ensure plans remain compliant. Ensures timely completion and submission of required governmental and organizational reports and filings.
- Develops and documents benefit plan processes to ensure consistent, accurate and timely processing and superior customer service. Creates, maintains, and updates documentation of process flows, administrative and standard operating procedures.
- Maintains accurate written benefit summaries, Summary Plan Descriptions and other benefit related documents.
- Contributes to content development and delivery for annual open enrollment, new hire, and life event communications as well as targeted communications throughout the year.
- Assists with annual open enrollment process including plan implementation, systems testing, and communications. Creates and reviews employee benefit communication materials. Participates in employee enrollment meetings as needed.
- Works with internal groups and vendors to support system testing, data interfaces in/out of the system, development of test plans, and the execution of plan changes and reporting. Implement and test benefit plan changes and new programs.
What You Will Need:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field along with 3‒5 years of previous related experience OR
- A combination of education and experience may be applicable in lieu of a 4-year degree.
- CEBS designation preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong technical knowledge of ERISA.
- Strong analytical, written, presentation and project management skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point required.
- Experience with Oracle Advanced Benefits is a plus.
- Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
Reporting Relationships:
The incumbent reports to a Manager, Director or Executive level position. This position does not have any direct reports.
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Who's Hiring
- USI Insurance Services21
- HUB International16
- Whatnot12
- Alvarez & Marsal12
- Mercer10
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- Insurance100
- Consulting & Professional Services42
- Healthcare & Medical Services24
- Technology & Software23
- Education21
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 USI Insurance Services, HUB International, and Whatnot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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 40% of mid level benefits manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 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 Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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.