Benefits & Compensation Manager

Vaco
$120,000.00 - $140,000.00 / yr
life insurance
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Mar 06, 2025
What you'll be doing: Oversees the administration of benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives across the various regions, with heavy focus in US. Collaborate with regional /in-country HR and management on global benefits Oversee compensation program and strategies, including salary structures and incentive plans, that align with company's goals. Conduct ongoing market analysis to ensure competitive and fair benefit offerings and compensation practices aligned with industry trends and regional. Build and manage strong relationships with benefits providers, brokers, and third-party vendors, ensuring clear communication and streamlined processes. Participate in benefit provider contract negotiations and renewals; evaluate performance to ensure high-quality service and cost-effectiveness. Work with team members and vendors to update systems and processes in support of annual enrollment changes. Manage annual salary review process, including salary benchmarking and adjustments Collaborate with HR and management to develop and maintain job descriptions and hourly base rates Responsible for overseeing benefits plan audits, monitoring administrative costs of our benefits programs, and recommending cost-efficient alternatives. Oversee the management of employee benefits administration within the human resource information system (HRIS). Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on compensation and benefits-related issues Ensure strict compliance with all federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations. This position will be located out of our Charlotte, NC office Uptown Area We'd love to hear from you if: Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration or related field. Masters degree or HR-related certifications (i.e. GPHR, CEBS) are desirable. Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in compensation and benefits management Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits laws and regulations Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in HRIS and compensation and benefits management software Experience working with global teams and managing vendors across multiple countries helpful Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. 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