Senior Level Employee Benefits Manager Jobs

Senior level employee benefits manager jobs put experienced professionals in charge of benefits strategy, program design, and the cross-functional teams and vendor relationships that keep complex plans running. Openings concentrate across Insurance and Banking & Financial Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like The Hartford, Stripe, and Marsh Agency hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top stateNorth Carolina
Top employerThe Hartford
Top cityRaleigh, NC
Work type100% Hybrid
Top industryInsurance

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Employee Benefits, Account Manager Lead, Small Group
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Employee Benefits, Account Manager Lead, Small Group
Alliant Insurance Services
California
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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AVP, Software Engineering, Employee Benefits
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AVP, Software Engineering, Employee Benefits
The Hartford
Columbus, Ohio
Data Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
$182k - $273k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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AVP, Software Engineering, Employee Benefits
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AVP, Software Engineering, Employee Benefits
The Hartford
Hartford, Connecticut
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$182k - $273k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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AVP, Software Engineering, Employee Benefits
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AVP, Software Engineering, Employee Benefits
The Hartford
Charlotte, North Carolina
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$182k - $273k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Solutions Architect - Employee Health and Benefits
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Solutions Architect - Employee Health and Benefits
Marsh Agency
Golden Valley, Minnesota
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$118k - $220k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Level Employee Benefits Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

The Hartford3 open roles
Stripe2 open roles
Marsh Agency2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Banking & Financial Services

Senior Level Employee Benefits Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level employee benefits manager job?

Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned full benefits program lifecycles, not just administered them. Demonstrating experience leading open enrollment for large populations, negotiating directly with carriers, and advising leadership on cost and compliance strategy gives candidates a clear edge. Certifications like CEBS or PHR signal technical depth, and a record of mentoring junior staff shows the leadership readiness these roles require.

Which companies hire senior level employee benefits managers?

Companies hiring senior level employee benefits managers right now include The Hartford, Stripe, and Marsh Agency, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate in large self-insured employers, regional health systems, and professional services firms with complex, multi-state workforces that require dedicated senior benefits leadership.

Are there remote senior level employee benefits manager jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer size and industry. About 100% of senior level employee benefits manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader adoption of flexible work in HR and benefits functions. Fully remote roles at this level tend to appear more often with large national employers and benefits consulting firms than with regional organizations.

What makes an employee benefits manager role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. At this stage, professionals set benefits strategy, manage vendor and broker relationships independently, ensure compliance across ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA requirements, and advise executive leadership on program design and cost. They also typically guide or mentor more junior benefits staff, taking responsibility for the function rather than operating within it.

Which industries hire the most senior level employee benefits managers?

Senior level employee benefits manager roles concentrate in Insurance and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to employ large, geographically distributed workforces with complex benefits needs, driving consistent demand for experienced professionals who can manage sophisticated plan designs and regulatory requirements at scale.