Benefits Manager
The Benefits Manager is responsible for the benefit administration of all U.S benefit programs to include employee communication, day to day benefit administration and works closely with our Benefit team and Employee Services team to manage existing benefit programs as well as the research and proposal to Senior Management of annual renewal changes.
Benefits Manager Responsibilities:
- Responsible for overall administration and compliance for all NA benefit programs including, medical/dental/vision plans, LTD, STD, 401(k), wellness, etc.
-Educate and mentor all HR Associates to guide them in their communications with NA employees in relation to the employees benefit plans. Manages communication efforts and tools for employees to be well informed of their benefits. Also serves as primary contact for employees related to more complex benefit issues and handles the administration of FMLA and Disability issues.
-Primary contact with Benefit consultants and plan providers to ensure efficient administration of benefit plans. Research, analyze and recommend new benefit programs for Company to remain competitive and manage costs related to benefit plans. Implement programs providing effective communication and training to employees.
-Responsible for supporting for the vision, analysis, research, communication, and administration of strategic employee benefit programs, and the processes associated with supporting these programs. Ensures that these programs support the company’s growth strategy, business objectives, and talent acquisition and retention goals; while maximizing total compensation value and responsibly managing the Company’s investment.
-Responsible for management of the systems and technology to support the benefit plans. Works closely with Payroll, HRIS and Employee Services as it related to benefits.
-Conducts budgeting and financial analysis of employee benefits programs. Monitors high cost claims, targets problem claim areas. Ensure adequate estimates, forecasts, and calculations of expenditures in benefits for budget planning and tracking.
-Manages existing disease management and wellness programs as well as analyze effectiveness of programs and research/recommend new initiatives.
-Ensures compliance with governmental regulations related to benefit programs and labor law, including ERISA, FMLA, and HIPAA. This includes required testing and audits and SOX compliance.
-Ensure proper day to day administration of benefit changes and enrollments are processed by the payroll team.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in human resources management, business administration, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience as a compensation and benefits manager or in a related role.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Strong people and project management skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant certifications, such as a CEBS or SHRM certification, preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of benefits and compensation programs, policies, procedures, and applicable legislation.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Human Resources and Administrative -
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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