Benefits Manager

Staffmark Group; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Staffmark Group in Memphis, TN seeks an experienced Benefits Manager to lead multi-state benefits administration, including leave and workers' compensation, ensuring compliance.

This direct-hire role offers a collaborative environment and a pathway to influence benefits strategy and vendor relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field required or equivalent experience.
• PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/CEBS/CBP certifications preferred.
• Strong understanding of benefits administration, leave management, and HR compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead benefits programs: health, welfare, retirement, wellness, leave, workers' compensation.
• Manage annual open enrollment, communications, testing, audits, issue resolution.
• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, brokers, carriers, vendors for compliant administration.
• Serve as SME for complex benefits, leaves, claims, and compliance matters.
• Oversee benefits reporting, audits, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-state experience

HR compliance

Analytical

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin or related field

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/CEBS/CBP preferred

Tools

HRIS

Excel

Job description

Now hiring for a Benefits Manager- Direct Hire

Location

Memphis, TN

Salary

$85,000.00 per year

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM | Overtime as needed

You’re more than an employee filling a Benefits Manager role - you’re a respected team member from day one.

Looking for Benefits Manager jobs in Memphis where your skills can make a real impact? This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a growing team, develop your experience, and build a rewarding career in a professional work environment.

We are in search of an experienced Benefits Manager with multi-state experience to lead benefits administration with oversight to include leave of absence and workers' compensation. Serving as the organization’s primary subject matter expert for benefits-related matters, you’ll be involved in compensation data analysis as well as vendor evaluation and selection. We expect your guidance ensures benefits and related programs are administered accurately, consistently, and in compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations.

Job Duties

• Lead the administration of employee benefits programs including health, welfare, retirement, wellness, leave of absence, and workers' compensation programs.
• Manage annual open enrollment processes, employee communications, system testing, audits, and issue resolution.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, brokers, carriers, vendors, and third-party administrators to ensure accurate benefits administration and compliance.
• Serve as the subject matter expert and escalation point for complex employee benefits, leave, accommodation, claims, and compliance matters.
• Oversee benefits reporting, audits, reconciliations, and regulatory requirements while ensuring adherence to federal and state laws.
• Analyze benefit utilization, costs, trends, and vendor performance to support strategic decision-making and program improvements.
• Supervise and develop team members while promoting cross-training and operational excellence.
• Develop KPIs, monitor program effectiveness, identify risks, and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Support compensation analysis initiatives, system enhancements, and continuous process improvements that enhance the employee experience.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Professional certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, or CBP are preferred.
• Strong understanding of employee benefits administration, leave management, and HR compliance practices.

Experience Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, leave of absence management, workplace accommodations, and workers' compensation.
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
• Experience managing complex employee relations, claims, compliance matters, and multi-state benefits programs.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations including FMLA, ADA, PWFA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, and related leave and benefits laws.
• Experience with HRIS, benefits administration platforms, leave management systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• California and Washington state benefits and leave administration experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, project management, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work in a professional office environment using a computer and standard office equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to travel occasionally to operational, warehouse, dealership, or service locations as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Benefits

vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries.

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