Sr. Manager, Benefits & Compensation

Ogletree Deakins’ Immigration Practice Group; South Carolina; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogletree Deakins seeks a Sr. Manager, Benefits and Compensation to oversee the firm's benefits programs and ensure compliance with legal regulations. This strategic role will lead a team and collaborate across departments for employee satisfaction, requiring extensive experience in benefits management and exceptional communication skills.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) matching program

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health and Life Insurance coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in benefits and compensation management.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Advanced knowledge of compensation and benefits regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage benefits and compensation framework for a large employee group.
• Oversee U.S. employee benefit programs and compliance.
• Lead a team of Benefit and Compensation professionals.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sr. Manager, Benefits and Compensation to join the firm’s expanding Human Resources department in our Greenville, South Carolina office. The Sr. Manager, Benefits and Compensation is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the firm's benefits and compensation programs. This role ensures compliance with legal regulations and alignment with the firm's objectives to attract, retain, and motivate top talent. The Sr. Manager will lead a team and collaborate with various departments to support employee satisfaction and retention.

Essential Functions

• Manage and administer the benefits and compensation framework for a large, complex employee group across over 60 locations, ensuring alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives.
• Execute and maintain on-going comprehensive market analysis and benchmarking studies to establish competitive compensation and benefits packages and provide well-reasoned, strategic recommendations to firm leadership.
• Oversee the operational management of U. S. employee benefit programs, including group health insurance, defined contribution retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and other perks.
• Design and manage international benefits and compensation schemes appropriate for the specific market and employee group to ensure competitiveness and regulatory compliance across all firm locations outside of the United States.
• Ensure all programs comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, ERISA, ACA).
• Formulate and revise policies related to compensation and benefits, ensuring clarity and compliance.
• Leverage compensation and benefits analytics to monitor retention trends and deploy proactive strategies to mitigate turnover.
• Develop and implement communication strategies to educate and inform employees regarding benefits and compensation.
• Lead and mentor a team of Benefit and Compensation professionals, providing guidance and support.
• Facilitate training sessions for HR team and other managers on compensation policies and benefits offerings to enhance comprehension and proper implementation.
• Oversee relationships with benefits providers and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective solutions.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in benefits and compensation management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and high emotional intelligence.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a high performing, high volume work environment.
• Advanced knowledge of compensation and benefits regulations and best practices.
• Proficiency in structuring salary bands, pay scales, and incentive programs.
• Advanced knowledge of health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and compliance requirements.
• Advanced knowledge with human resources information systems and compensation tools for data management and analysis.
• Thorough understanding of laws such as FLSA, ERISA, ACA required; global regulations is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to advise, influence and build credibility at all levels.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail coupled with advanced critical thinking skills to proficiently analyze complex situations and deliver workable solutions.

Benefits

Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.

Contact Information

If you have questions, please e-mail Megan Becker [e-mail] with “Sr. Manager, Benefits and Compensation" in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.

Firm Overview

Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.

We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer.