Head Of Us Benefits

Overview

• Lead the strategic design and management of US employee benefits programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and employee needs.
• Develop and implement innovative benefits strategies, including health, wellness, and retirement plans, tailored to a diverse workforce.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to evaluate emerging benefits trends and recommend enhancements to existing offerings.
• Oversee vendor relationships, including brokers and benefits administration platforms, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and FMLA requirements.
• Manage the annual benefits open enrollment process, including planning, communication, and execution.
• Drive employee engagement through effective communication strategies and wellness initiatives.
• Support HR policies related to leave, time off, and benefits, ensuring competitiveness and clarity.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Design and recommend health plan structures, balancing cost, richness, and employee experience.
• Evaluate and implement new benefits programs, considering utilization data, cost modeling, and employee demand.
• Manage vendor relationships, including brokers and benefits administration platforms, ensuring service quality and compliance.
• Develop and oversee benefits communication strategies, ensuring clarity and accessibility for employees.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal and state regulations, maintaining accurate documentation and filings.
• Coordinate annual benefits open enrollment, including planning, execution, and analysis.
• Collaborate with HRBPs to address complex employee benefits issues and provide guidance.
• Monitor benefits data integrity and conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy and prevent discrepancies.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Human Resources or Business Administration.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing employee benefits programs, preferably in the financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state benefits regulations, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and COBRA.
• Proven experience in vendor management and benefits administration platform oversight.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leadership and employees.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement innovative benefits strategies and wellness programs.
• Experience with open enrollment planning and execution, including employee communication strategies.
• Self-motivated and capable of building processes and strategies in a dynamic environment.