Benefits Manager

Benefits Manager

Location : Dallas, TX 75251

Employment Type : Direct Hire

Work Arrangement : Hybrid – 2 days onsite (Wednesday & Thursday; subject to change)

Salary : $70,000 – $95,000 annually + bonus

About the Role

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a polished and hands-on Benefits Manager to join a growing, people-focused organization based in Dallas, TX. This role is perfect for a professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys providing exceptional employee service, and brings both analytical and strategic skills to benefits administration.

The Benefits Manager will oversee company benefit programs—including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)—and manage the Rewards and Recognition program. This is an individual contributor role with significant impact, supporting approximately 1,000 employees across corporate and field locations.

Key Responsibilities

Administer and manage all employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k).

Oversee the company’s Rewards and Recognition program, managing logins, points, and reporting.

Manage the Benefits Inbox , responding promptly and professionally to employee inquiries.

Provide white-glove service to physician and leadership groups—delivering polished, proactive support.

Partner with third-party vendors to ensure a smooth open enrollment process and ongoing benefit administration.

Collaborate with the benefits broker on plan design, renewals, and compliance matters (ACA, COBRA, ERISA).

Maintain and analyze benefits data and prepare regular reports using advanced Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUPs).

Work with HR leadership to identify process improvements and implement efficiency-driven solutions.

Support compliance and audit initiatives by maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.

Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and Operations to support a growing organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.

5+ years of experience in HR, with a strong focus on benefits administration or benefits management .

Advanced Excel skills required (pivot tables, formulas, and reporting).

HRIS experience required; Paycom experience preferred but not mandatory.

Strong reporting and data analysis skills.

Proven ability to provide outstanding customer service and communicate with professionalism and polish.

Exceptional interpersonal skills with an element of executive presence .

Strong problem-solving ability, flexibility, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Prior experience in a clinical or healthcare environment preferred.

Ideal Traits

Strategic thinker with a hands-on, collaborative approach.

Eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a fast-growing company.

Professional, approachable, and adaptable to changing business needs.

Why Work With Wheeler Staffing Partners

At Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect driven professionals with opportunities that make an impact. Our commitment to integrity, transparency, and long-term partnership ensures every placement is the right fit—for both our clients and our candidates.