Benefits Manager

SUMMARY OF POSITION

At Perry Homes benefits are a core part of how we support our people and their families. As we continue to grow we need a Benefits Manager who can own the details lead with intention and continuously improve how our benefits work for employees.

This role is both strategic and hands-on. You will lead our benefits programs manage a Benefits Specialist and take an active role in strengthening our self-funded plans. Youll also serve as the point of contact for employees and leaders ensuring benefits are clear competitive and well managed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Benefits Strategy & Continuous Improvement

Own the strategy design and administration of Perry Homes benefits programs with a strong focus on improving our self-funded medical plans

Proactively evaluate plan performance utilization costs and employee feedback to identify opportunities for improvement

Partner with brokers and vendors to recommend thoughtful data-driven changes that benefit both employees and the business

Stay current on benefits trends and bring forward ideas to enhance our offerings

Leadership & Team Development

Lead and develop the Benefits Specialist with clear ownership of coaching growth and skill development

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions partnering with the Benefits Specialist to resolve issues and build their capability over time

Ensure both the manager and specialist share the administrative workload while maintaining strong service levels

Benefits Committee Leadership

Lead the Perry Homes Benefits Committee including meeting cadence agendas and follow-ups

Partner with Finance Legal and Talent leadership to align benefits decisions with business priorities

Present clear recommendations and updates to stakeholders

Employee Experience & Communication

Ensure benefits communications are clear timely and easy to understand

Lead open enrollment planning and execution end-to-end

Act as a trusted resource for employees and leaders on benefits-related matters

Operations Compliance & Organization

Own day-to-day benefits administration ensuring accuracy compliance and strong documentation

Lead FMLA leave and ADA accommodation processes ensuring compliance best practices and streamlining communication.

Oversee Workers Compensation compliance and reporting

Maintain compliance with all federal state and local regulations

Build and maintain organized processes timelines and reporting for all benefits work

Be highly organized and proactive anticipating needs rather than reacting to issues

Partnership & Visibility

Work closely with the Head of the Talent Organization to provide regular updates insights and recommendations

Partner with Payroll Finance Legal IT and external vendors to ensure seamless execution

Escalate risks and opportunities early with solutions in hand

QUALIFICATIONS

10 years of progressive benefits experience including self-funded plans

Prior experience managing and developing a direct report

Strong understanding of benefits compliance and governance

Highly organized detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities independently

A self-starter who takes ownership and follows through

Strong communicator who can translate complex benefits topics into clear guidance

Experience in a growing or multi-state organization is preferred

WORK AVAILABILITY

Regular predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Must be regularly available and willing to work at least full workdays from Monday through Friday and such other hours as the Company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing this job the employee may occasionally be required to stand; use hands to finger handle or feel; write; sit; use a computer; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl; talk and hear; and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee may rarely lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include visual perception depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job the employee typically works in an air conditioned office environment; however on occasion the employee must go outside the office and may be in non-air conditioned environments for short periods of time.

Health & Wellness

• Medical Dental & Vision Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Reimbursement

Financial Planning

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Coverage Options

Time Off & Life Balance

• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Leave of Absence Programs

Family & Lifestyle

• Perry Homes Family College Fund
• New Home & Employee Discounts
• Pet Perks Travel Assistance & More

***Note to job seekers: Your resume will be reviewed as the best qualified candidates will be contacted in the event that there is potential match***

Perry Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Required Experience:

Manager