Benefits Manager
Benefits Manager
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$ 119000 - 224000
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Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeThe Opportunity: Provide insight to the strategic design implementation communication and administration of employee benefit programs to support achievement of business initiatives and ensure compliance with legal and financial requirements. Build relationships with business partners and aid the business through analysis and guidance on benefit programs including health welfare and retirement benefits.
Location: Sun Prairie WI or New York City NY
Work Arrangement: This is a hybrid role
The salary range for this role is between $119000 $224000
Your New Role
Ensure effective benefit program administration that supports a wellness culture and enhances the organizations ability to attract and retain employees
Develop and manage consistent application of policies and practices regarding ERISA self and fully funded health welfare and retirement benefit plan also including time off leave of absence and recognition policies
Research innovative initiatives by analyzing current information benchmarking against competitors and developing business case for policy and design changes
Manages benefit projects including new benefit program implementation plan audits and Request for Proposals
Oversees the open enrollment process including data validation system testing process improvement and communication plan
Research and analyze issues based on market information and contribute to the development of recommendations to resolve business issues
Develop and oversee vendor management strategy by defining requirements refining and reviewing vendor contracts and sharing knowledge with team to ensure vendor relationships and resources align with benefits program needs
Proactively identifies and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to identify and implement process improvements related to benefit offerings and administration
Lead benefits team by identifying developmental opportunities providing candid timely feedback encouraging knowledge sharing fostering collaboration and guiding team through process improvement and change to enhance professional development and team capability
Manage budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures accurately forecasting resource needs/costs and properly accounting for expenses to meet requirements and achieve fiscal responsibility
Develop partnerships with Talent Acquisition Payroll Accounting Legal and global Rewards counterparts
Ensure completion of compliance related matters in partnership with internal and external vendors including (but not limited to) completion of annual plan audits nondiscrimination testing and 5500s.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
7 years relevant experience
Preferred Competencies
Financial acumen and awareness of financial responsibility
Strategically partner with management and key stakeholders
Prioritize existing resource needs and ensure future resource availability for unforeseen circumstances
Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems
Assume a methodical approach to a given situation and develop a systematic procedure as a response
Identify measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance relative to the goals of the system Understand and follow complex instructions relayed verbally and in writing
Utilize effective oral and written communication
Use relevant information and individual judgment to identify need for change
Comprehend information and ideas presented in verbal and written formats
Manage expenditures to budget
Lead large scale complex projects
Adapt and be flexible in a complex changing environment
Thorough understanding and working with state and federal regulations relating to benefit plans and all applicable laws relating to benefit administration (including COBRA HIPAA and ERISA)
Experience communicating effectively with DOL and IRS
Demonstrated high level of experience and proficiency using automated systems to administer benefit programs and strong working knowledge of current technologies
Demonstrated ability to create and deliver presentations to all levels of employees in a clear compelling and confident manner
Vendor management
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
US benefits laws and government regulations
Relevant trends and information within the industry
Medical plan metrics and benchmarking
Computer systems and software used in human resources
Compensation Package: The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the roles complexity its location and the candidates professional background including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary regular fulltime and parttime employees will also be eligible for QBEs annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual encourage all candidates to apply even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.
QBE Benefits: We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to:
Hybrid Working a mix of working from home and in the office
22 weeks of paid leave for family growth with 12 weeks available to all parents on a genderequal basis
Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8
Wellbeing program including holistic wellbeing coaching gym membership confidential counselling financial and legal advice
Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications and continuing education
Employee Network and Community QBE actively supports six Employee Networks and many ways to give back to your community
To learn more click here: Benefits QBE US.
Why QBE What if you could have a positive impact at work and in the world
At QBE were enabling a more resilient future for our customers communities environment and for our people. Were building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.
Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team youll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate talented and kind. And our international scale means were big enough for your ambitions yet small enough for you to make a real impact.
Join us now so you can be part of our success and we can be part of yours!
QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to among others individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with QBE please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status.
Skills:
Adaptability Analytical Thinking Benefits Administration Benefits Plan Design Business Management Collaboration Tools Critical Thinking Human Resource Management Intentional collaboration Managing performance Negotiation Presenting with Impact Procurement Vendor Management Working IndependentlyHow to Apply:
To submit your application click Apply and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
