Senior Benefits Manager

permanent
Fully Remote

Only accepting applications from: United States

  • Own the benefits strategy and roadmap, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability, FSA/HSA, 401(k), mental health and wellness, and global/international offerings.
  • Lead the annual benefits renewal and open enrollment cycle, including plan design analysis, funding and cost modeling, carrier negotiation, and post-enrollment audits.
  • Manage broker, carrier, PEO/EOR, and third-party administrator relationships, ensuring vendors meet service levels, pricing, and employee experience standards.
  • Partner with Finance to forecast, budget, and report on benefits spend while identifying cost containment opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, state and local leave laws, and own required filings, notices, and audits.
  • Administer and optimize benefits technology, ensuring data accuracy and reconciliation of invoices and eligibility.
  • Serve as the escalation point for complex employee benefits, leave, and accommodation cases.
  • Design and deliver benefits communications and education to employees.
  • Evaluate benefits for new geographies and acquisitions, supporting integration of new employee populations.
  • Build scalable processes, documentation, and metrics for participation, cost per employee, utilization, and satisfaction.
  • Stay current on regulatory changes, market trends, and emerging benefits solutions.

Experience

  • 8+ years of progressive benefits experience.
  • Deep knowledge of US benefits regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA) and health plan funding models.
  • Experience with benefits administration platforms and HRIS systems.
  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize competing demands.
  • High standards for accuracy and confidentiality.

Salary and Perks

Pay range: $116K - $187K

  • Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Mental health benefits

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