Benefits Manager

The Benefits Manager is responsible for the strategic administration compliance and optimization of the companys U.S. employee benefits programs. This role oversees complex self funded healthcare plans retirement programs and all associated vendor broker and fiduciary partnerships. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with a strong commitment to delivering an exceptional employee experience.

Key Responsibilities
Benefits Strategy & Administration

• Administer and manage all U.S. employee benefit programs including medical dental vision disability life insurance wellness programs and 401(k) or retirement plans.
• Lead the annual renewal  process plan design evaluations and annual planning health and wellness plans.
• Monitor benefit competitiveness and cost trends providing insights to ensure benefits offerings remain competitive cost-effective and aligned with organizational goals.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain full compliance with federal and state regulations including ERISA IRS ACA COBRA HIPAA FMLA and any applicable state-specific mandates.
• Oversee plan audits filings (e.g. Form 5500) and fiduciary requirements.
• Evaluate and mitigate risks associated with self funded plans and vendor relationships.

Vendor Broker & Partner Management

• Serve as the primary liaison with benefit consultants brokers TPAs carriers and wellness vendors.
• Lead RFPs contract negotiations and ongoing service-level monitoring.
• Manage relationships with financial partners including Finance Payroll and fiduciary committees ensuring accurate reporting and plan governance.

Financial Oversight & Cost Management

• Conduct cost analysis forecasting and reporting for benefits spend.
• Monitor plan performance and recommend adjustments based on claims trends and utilization.
• Partner closely with Finance on budgeting accruals and annual renewal processes.

Employee Experience & Support

• Champion a high-quality employee experience through clear communication empathetic service and accessible resources.
• Develop and deliver benefits education programs to enhance employee understanding and utilization.
• Resolve escalated employee benefit inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality.
   

Qualifications :

Required

• 57 years of progressive experience in U.S. benefits administration including hands-on management of self funded health plans.
• Deep knowledge of federal and state compliance requirements (ERISA ACA COBRA HIPAA etc.).
• Demonstrated experience partnering with brokers TPAs and other benefits vendors.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex cost and claims data.
• Experience collaborating with Finance Payroll and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and employee facing support skills.

Preferred

• CEBS CBP SHRM CP/SCP or related certifications.
• Experience in a multi state organization with complex compliance needs.
• Prior involvement with fiduciary committees and retirement plan governance.

Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong attention to detail
• Analytical decision-making
• Vendor negotiation and relationship management
• Confidentiality and discretion
• Employee-centered approach
• Strong project management
   

Additional Information :

This position has a base salary range of $115000 to $130000 and is eligible for discretionary variable bonus.

What does it mean to work for Xplor

Our four core values - Make life simple Build for people Move with purpose and Create lasting communities - are key to who we are and guide us from how we hire to how we recognize our team members.

Some of the perks of working with us:

• Unparalleled opportunities to learn and accelerated career development
• A collaborative team environment with people who truly love what they do
• Gender Neutral Paid Parental Leave for both primary and secondary carer
• Unlimited access to Learning
• Access to mental health support
• Flexible work arrangements
   

How to Apply

To start your application with us please submit your resume and well be in touch as soon as we can. Please include the word moonshot at the top of your cover letter so that we know you really took the time to read our job ad.  Your TA partner is Sophia Little

More about us 

We are the first global platform combining SaaS with embedded payments and tools to help businesses grow and succeed. We offer software solutions in fast-growing everyday life verticals: Education Fitness & Wellbeing Field Services and Personal Services and a global cloud-based payment processing platform. With operations in North America Australasia Asia Europe and the UK we serve over 106000 customers that processed over $38 billion in payments across 20 markets in 2024.

Good to know

To be considered for employment you must be legally authorized to work in the country youre applying for. Xplor does not sponsor visas either at the time of hire or at any later time. 

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Xplor is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Were dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability veteran status and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. All Information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time