Corporate Benefits Manager

Be the Brains Behind the Benefits! Ready to take your Benefits career to the next level? Were looking for a Corporate Benefits Manager whos equal parts strategic thinker and benefits guru. In this exciting and high-impact role, youll lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of a Total Rewards program that includes health and wellness plans, executive perks, workers compensation, defined-benefit contribution plans, retirement offerings, leave policies, and more. Youll ensure everything runs smoothly, stays compliant, and is communicated in a way employees actually get (and appreciate!).

If youre a data-driven, people-focused, big-picture benefits leader ready to make a real impact—this is your sweet spot. Come shape the future of work—one benefit at a time.

Worksite Location: This role is hybrid, but travel to onsite is required. There are two office locations in the Minneapolis metro area. The successful candidate can reside in a western rural suburb or southwest metro.

Salary Range: $100K - $130K/yr base salary + 20% bonus

Benefits: Total rewards package for full-time employees emphasizes physical, mental, and social well-being, inclusive of Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Disability Benefits, and Retirement Plans

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and administration of all benefits programs including health, retirement, wellness, leave of absence, and workers’ compensation
• Oversee open enrollment processes, renewals, and ongoing program evaluation
• Manage vendor relationships including brokers, insurance providers, and investment partners
• Conduct RFP processes and evaluate benefit offerings to ensure competitive and strategic program design
• Perform cost analysis and benchmarking to guide program enhancements
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including reporting, audits, and non-discrimination testing
• Partner cross-functionally with HRIS, Accounting, and Safety teams to support reporting, audits, and compliance initiatives
• Lead benefits communication strategy, developing clear and engaging materials across multiple channels
• Analyze utilization data and employee feedback to improve program effectiveness and engagement
• Support workplace safety reporting and regulatory requirements as needed
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• 5–7+ years of experience managing benefits programs, including health and welfare, retirement, and leave programs
• Strong understanding of HR practices and benefits administration
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations impacting benefits programs
• Experience interpreting and ensuring compliance with laws, policies, and procedures
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex information clearly
• Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR/benefits systems
• Experience working in a union environment (preferred)
  
  

About Versique

Versique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.

Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections.

We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success.

Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journals Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

Lets find your people, together.

Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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