Benefits Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

Benefits Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are in consistent demand, with strong hiring concentrated in healthcare systems, financial services, insurance carriers, and large manufacturing and logistics employers across the state at levels from benefits coordinator through senior director. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Greater Lehigh Valley are the most active hiring metros, where employers like Independence Blue Cross, UPMC, and Siemens anchor a deep and steady market. The most sought-after specialties include health and welfare plan administration, 401(k) and defined benefit plan compliance, and leave management under FMLA and state-level leave programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerAFSCME Council 13
Top cityHarrisburg, PA
Cities hiring7
Work type63% Hybrid
Top industryInsurance

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BSI Corporate Benefits
Account Manager - Employee Benefits
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Account Manager - Employee Benefits
BSI Corporate Benefits
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$75k - $85k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in communications
51-200

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AFSCME Council 13
Human Resources / Assistant Health and Welfare Benefits Fund Manager
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AFSCME Council 13
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Human Resources / Assistant Health and Welfare Benefits Fund Manager
AFSCME Council 13
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$63k.32 - $102k.08/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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AFSCME Council 13
Health and Welfare Benefits Fund Manager
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AFSCME Council 13
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Health and Welfare Benefits Fund Manager
AFSCME Council 13
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$80k.52 - $130k.72/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Franklin County PA
Human Resources Benefits Manager
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Franklin County PA
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Human Resources Benefits Manager
Franklin County PA
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$65k.06 - $84k.69/yr
Bachelor's degree in business

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Benefits Manager Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Harrisburg
2 jobs
Philadelphia
2 jobs
Fort Washington
2 jobs
Athens
1 job
Bethlehem
1 job
Chambersburg
1 job
King of Prussia
1 job

Benefits Manager Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

AFSCME Council 13
AFSCME Council 132 open roles
Risksmith Insurance Services
Risksmith Insurance Services2 open roles
Essity
Essity1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Consumer Goods

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in benefits manager jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • CEBS designation or active progress toward certification through the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
  • Five or more years of progressive benefits administration or HR generalist experience
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of ERISA, ACA compliance, and Pennsylvania-specific leave statutes
  • Experience managing broker and vendor relationships for medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP, or Oracle for benefits data and reporting

Benefits Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a benefits manager in Pennsylvania?

Most employers in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field as the baseline. Pennsylvania does not issue a state license for benefits managers, but the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist designation from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans is the most recognized credential in the state's market. Candidates typically move into the role after several years in benefits administration, HR generalist, or payroll roles with a large Pennsylvania employer or third-party administrator.

How much do benefits managers make in Pennsylvania?

Benefits managers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $139,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $92,140 for the lowest 10% to over $225,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire benefits managers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring benefits managers in Pennsylvania right now include AFSCME Council 13, Risksmith Insurance Services, and Essity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems, insurance carriers headquartered in the Philadelphia region, and manufacturing companies concentrated in the Pittsburgh and Lehigh Valley corridors account for the majority of posted openings.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most benefits manager jobs?

Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and Fort Washington consistently post the most benefits manager openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its concentration of health insurers, hospital networks, and corporate headquarters, while Pittsburgh's large academic medical centers and financial services firms drive steady hiring there, and the Lehigh Valley's expanding logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare employers have made that corridor a growing source of openings.

Are there remote benefits manager jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, and more than most HR specialties, because benefits administration relies heavily on HRIS platforms, vendor portals, and compliance documentation that translate well to remote work. About 75% of benefits manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how desk-based the core of the role is. Plan design, open enrollment coordination, and vendor management are the functions most commonly offered in a fully remote or hybrid arrangement.

How can I get hired as a benefits manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a benefits coordinator or HR generalist role with a large Pennsylvania employer such as a regional health system, a self-insured manufacturer, or a third-party benefits administrator. UPMC, Penn Medicine, and large insurers in the Philadelphia metro regularly hire coordinators and HR associates who manage day-to-day enrollment and leave administration tasks that build directly toward a manager role. Completing coursework through the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and gaining hands-on exposure to open enrollment cycles and ERISA-governed plan documents gives candidates from payroll, HR assistant, or employee relations backgrounds a credible path forward.

Where can I find and apply to benefits manager jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to benefits manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Pennsylvania market. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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