Benefits & Compensation Manager

ReSound

. Provide strategic oversight of US health, welfare, retirement, executive, time-off, wellbeing, and ancillary benefit programs .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in benefits strategy, design, and compliance, with a strong focus on employee needs and market benchmarks. Proficient in managing vendor relationships, conducting audits, and providing compensation analysis within a highly matrixed environment.

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Benefits Strategy DevelopmentCompliance with ACA, HSA/FSA, DCP, 401(k), Pension, PCORI, ARPAVendor Relationship ManagementCompensation Analysis and GuidanceData Analysis and Reporting

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Hard Skills

Benefits AdministrationData AnalysisBudget DevelopmentBenefits AuditsCompensation StrategyEmployee Benefits ComplianceLeave ManagementTotal Rewards InitiativesMarket BenchmarkingEmployee Counseling

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCreative ThinkingAttention to DetailPartnership BuildingInfluencing Decisions

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayADPLeave-Vendor Systems

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesEmployee BenefitsRetirement ProgramsWelfare ProgramsHealth BenefitsExecutive BenefitsTime-Off ProgramsWellbeing ProgramsMergers and AcquisitionsCompensation Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic oversight of US health, welfare, retirement, executive, time-off, wellbeing, and ancillary benefit programs
Lead benefits strategy, design, evaluation, administration, and compliance
Partner with P&C, Legal, Finance, Payroll, vendors, and Global Compensation & Rewards
Assess program performance, utilization, employee needs, and market benchmarks
Lead the US Benefit Committee and present benefit plan recommendations and cost-saving measures
Manage health and welfare carrier and vendor relationships
Develop budgets, perform data analysis, report on benefits, and monitor costs
Conduct benefits audits and comply with HSA/FSA, DCP, 401(k), pension, ACA, PCORI, and ARPA requirements
Develop and deliver benefit communications and oversee annual US enrollment activities
Counsel employees and advocate for employees requesting benefits information
Oversee and administer the full leave lifecycle, including ADA/accommodation and state/federal leaves
Track leave in Workday, ADP, and leave-vendor systems; communicate leave status with employees, P&C, and management
Reconcile and process monthly group health and welfare benefits
Support benefits aspects of mergers and acquisitions/divestitures
Maintain compliance records and prepare required legal reports
Provide employee and P&C team support and mentorship
Implement compensation programs and provide North America market insights and recommendations
Analyze Mercer and other market compensation data
Support salary structures and annual compensation processes
Provide compensation analysis and guidance to business leaders and P&C partners
Execute total rewards initiatives and support job evaluation and compensation practices across North America

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources management (desired qualification)
8+ years in Human Resources with a focus on employee benefits
3+ years of compensation experience
High level of ownership, confidentiality, and attention to detail
Ability to build strong partnerships, influence decisions, and communicate complex subjects clearly
Excellent verbal presentation and written communication skills
Strong creative thinking skills and ability to develop realistic solutions
Ability to work in a highly matrixed environment
Ability to multitask and prioritize work with internal and external customers
Strong computer skills and ability to learn new technology
Occasional travel
Mostly desk/computer work, with some light lifting and bending