Compensation and Benefits Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Compensation and Benefits Managers to increase by 1.1% between 2024 and 2034, from 23,700 to 24,000 jobs. Its estimate of 1,600 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($149,230), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (5 years or more) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
23,700
Projected employment (2034)
24,000
Projected change (2024–2034)
1%
Annual openings (projected average)
1,600
Pay & Preparation
$149,230
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
None
Essential Skills
Writing (4/5) • Reading Comprehension (4/5) • Active Listening (4/5) • Speaking (4/5) • Critical Thinking (3.88/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (3.88/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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