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Benefits Manager

Core Talent Services
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026 CLOSED ON 10/23/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Manager position at Core Talent Services?

They are adding a Benefits Manager to own the full benefits function, both health and wealth, and to lead the processes that support it. This is a hands-on leadership role with high visibility and a direct impact on employee experience.

Responsibilities

  • Own the day-to-day administration and strategy of health and welfare programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and leave administration
  • Manage retirement and wealth programs, including 401(k) administration, vendor relationships, and compliance
  • Administer tuition reimbursement and other employee assistance and total rewards programs
  • Lead annual open enrollment from planning through communication and execution
  • Build, document, and continuously improve benefits processes and workflows
  • Manage carrier, broker, and vendor relationships, including renewals and issue resolution
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, and related requirements)
  • Maintain accurate benefits data and reporting within the HR information system
  • Serve as the go-to resource for employees and HR partners on benefits questions

Requirements

  • 5 to 7 years of progressive benefits experience, including ownership of benefits processes
  • Hands-on experience with both health and welfare and retirement/wealth programs
  • Working experience with tuition reimbursement or similar programs
  • ADP experience is required (benefits administration and reporting within ADP)
  • Strong knowledge of benefits compliance and vendor management
  • Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail
  • Bachelor's degree preferred; CEBS, CBP, or SHRM/HRCI certification a plus

What the Client Offers

  • Competitive base salary in the range above, depending on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • A leadership role with real ownership of the function


Salary : $95,000 - $125,000

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