Director of Benefits

Job Description

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Director of Benefits

Job Description

• Lead the design implementation administration and communication of employee benefit programs
• Oversee and manage external consultants brokers trustees and service providers
• Ensure all benefit programs comply with applicable regulations including IRS and ERISA requirements
• Develop and maintain competitive cost-effective benefit programs to attract and retain talent
• Partner with HR leadership to support and execute Total Rewards strategies aligned with business goals
• Manage and develop a team of benefits professionals providing leadership and performance oversight
• Maintain and build relationships with external vendors consultants and actuaries
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations (e.g. COBRA HIPAA FMLA healthcare reform)
• Evaluate implement and improve benefits processes for efficiency and accuracy
• Collaborate with HRIS and IT teams to enhance systems and automate benefits administration
• Serve as an escalation point for complex benefits issues and process improvements

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in Business Human Resources or related field required
• Masters degree preferred

Certifications

• HR-related certification preferred (e.g. CEBS CBP)

Experience & Skills

• 10 years of experience managing benefits operations in a complex or multi-entity organization
• Experience administering retirement plans (401(k) 403(b) pension non-qualified plans) and health & welfare programs
• Strong knowledge of benefits compliance plan design and implementation
• Experience with HRIS systems required
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams
• Knowledge of relevant regulations (COBRA HIPAA FMLA ERISA IRS DOL)
• Experience with wellness program development preferred
• Strong analytical problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and escalate issues appropriately
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong verbal written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with computer systems and benefits administration tools