EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants
Manager, Compensation and Benefits
EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, Duluth, Georgia, United States, 30155
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Manager, Compensation and Benefits
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EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants .
The
Manager, Compensation and Benefits
leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of compensation and benefits programs across the organization. This role manages the benefits and leaves of absence specialists, providing strategic direction and operational oversight. The Manager ensures that total rewards offerings remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with business goals to attract and retain top talent. This position plays a key role in supporting M&A activity, integrating benefits programs, and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance benefits operations. The Manager collaborates closely with HR leadership, brokers, vendors, carriers, payroll, and other stakeholders.
Location HYBRID - This role will work 3 days a week in one of the following EPIC Offices: Atlanta (Sandy Springs) or Duluth GA; or Carmel IN.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises a team of benefits and leaves of absence professionals.
Provides coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
Oversees day-to-day operations and ensures alignment with strategic objectives.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities
Leads and may conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure competitive compensation and benefits programs.
Evaluates and recommends changes to pay structures, incentive programs, and benefits offerings.
Oversees and may run internal pay equity analysis and external competitiveness using compensation survey data.
Manages the annual compensation cycle, including merit increases, incentive programs, and salary adjustments.
Leads benefits strategy and administration, including health, retirement, wellness, and voluntary plans.
Partners with HR, Legal, and Finance teams during mergers and acquisitions to assess, integrate, and harmonize compensation and benefits programs.
Identifies and implements emerging technologies and tools to streamline benefits operations and improve employee experience.
Develops and delivers reports, dashboards, and insights to HR leadership and business partners.
Ensures compliance with all relevant laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA).
Collaborates with HRIS and payroll teams to ensure data integrity and process efficiency.
Manages vendor relationships and supports benefits renewals and audits.
Serves as a subject matter expert and advisor to HR business partners and leaders.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; CCP certification preferred.
6+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Demonstrated experience supporting M&A activities, including due diligence and integration.
Strong proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG).
Familiarity with compensation survey tools (e.g., Mercer, Willis Towers Watson).
Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing compensation and benefits.
Experience implementing or optimizing benefits technology platforms or tools.
Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Execution: Ability to align compensation and benefits strategies with organizational goals and drive execution through team leadership.
Analytical Acumen: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.
Technology Savvy: Comfortable evaluating and implementing new technologies to enhance benefits delivery and employee engagement.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to convey complex information clearly and build consensus across stakeholders.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and with external partners to achieve shared goals.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods; perform repetitive hand/wrist movements; communicate clearly; and comprehend verbal communication.
Occasional travel to office locations or for business needs, including M&A site visits or vendor meetings.
Compensation The base pay offered will be determined based on your experience, skills, training, certifications and education, while also considering internal equity and market data.
Why EPIC EPIC has over 60 offices and 3,000 employees nationwide – and we’re growing! It’s a great time to join the team and be a part of this growth. We offer:
Generous Paid Time off
Generous leave time options: Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave
Employee referral bonus program
Employee recognition programs for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs
Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group
Professional growth & development: Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Leadership Development
Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause & Midlife Support
Additional benefits include: 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness & employee assistance programs
50/50 Work Culture: EPIC fosters a 50/50 culture between producers and the rest of the business, supporting collaboration, teamwork, and an inclusive work environment.
EPIC Gives Back – Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation
Top 10 property/casualty agencies (Insurance Journal)
To learn more about EPIC, visit our Careers Page: https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/epic-careers/.
EPIC embraces diversity in all its forms—diversity of thought, background, race, religion, gender, skills or experience. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. Diversity drives innovation and helps deliver the best outcome to our clients.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Insurance
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Manager, Compensation and Benefits
role at
EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants .
The
Manager, Compensation and Benefits
leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of compensation and benefits programs across the organization. This role manages the benefits and leaves of absence specialists, providing strategic direction and operational oversight. The Manager ensures that total rewards offerings remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with business goals to attract and retain top talent. This position plays a key role in supporting M&A activity, integrating benefits programs, and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance benefits operations. The Manager collaborates closely with HR leadership, brokers, vendors, carriers, payroll, and other stakeholders.
Location HYBRID - This role will work 3 days a week in one of the following EPIC Offices: Atlanta (Sandy Springs) or Duluth GA; or Carmel IN.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises a team of benefits and leaves of absence professionals.
Provides coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
Oversees day-to-day operations and ensures alignment with strategic objectives.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities
Leads and may conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure competitive compensation and benefits programs.
Evaluates and recommends changes to pay structures, incentive programs, and benefits offerings.
Oversees and may run internal pay equity analysis and external competitiveness using compensation survey data.
Manages the annual compensation cycle, including merit increases, incentive programs, and salary adjustments.
Leads benefits strategy and administration, including health, retirement, wellness, and voluntary plans.
Partners with HR, Legal, and Finance teams during mergers and acquisitions to assess, integrate, and harmonize compensation and benefits programs.
Identifies and implements emerging technologies and tools to streamline benefits operations and improve employee experience.
Develops and delivers reports, dashboards, and insights to HR leadership and business partners.
Ensures compliance with all relevant laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA).
Collaborates with HRIS and payroll teams to ensure data integrity and process efficiency.
Manages vendor relationships and supports benefits renewals and audits.
Serves as a subject matter expert and advisor to HR business partners and leaders.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; CCP certification preferred.
6+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Demonstrated experience supporting M&A activities, including due diligence and integration.
Strong proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG).
Familiarity with compensation survey tools (e.g., Mercer, Willis Towers Watson).
Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing compensation and benefits.
Experience implementing or optimizing benefits technology platforms or tools.
Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Execution: Ability to align compensation and benefits strategies with organizational goals and drive execution through team leadership.
Analytical Acumen: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.
Technology Savvy: Comfortable evaluating and implementing new technologies to enhance benefits delivery and employee engagement.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to convey complex information clearly and build consensus across stakeholders.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and with external partners to achieve shared goals.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods; perform repetitive hand/wrist movements; communicate clearly; and comprehend verbal communication.
Occasional travel to office locations or for business needs, including M&A site visits or vendor meetings.
Compensation The base pay offered will be determined based on your experience, skills, training, certifications and education, while also considering internal equity and market data.
Why EPIC EPIC has over 60 offices and 3,000 employees nationwide – and we’re growing! It’s a great time to join the team and be a part of this growth. We offer:
Generous Paid Time off
Generous leave time options: Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave
Employee referral bonus program
Employee recognition programs for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs
Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group
Professional growth & development: Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Leadership Development
Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause & Midlife Support
Additional benefits include: 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness & employee assistance programs
50/50 Work Culture: EPIC fosters a 50/50 culture between producers and the rest of the business, supporting collaboration, teamwork, and an inclusive work environment.
EPIC Gives Back – Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation
Top 10 property/casualty agencies (Insurance Journal)
To learn more about EPIC, visit our Careers Page: https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/epic-careers/.
EPIC embraces diversity in all its forms—diversity of thought, background, race, religion, gender, skills or experience. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. Diversity drives innovation and helps deliver the best outcome to our clients.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Insurance
#J-18808-Ljbffr