Benefits and Wellbeing Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +11 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee all benefit programs and plans, which include Health & Wellbeing Plans, Integrated Disability, Leave and Absence Management programs, Retirement Plans, Life Insurance, and Voluntary Benefits.

• Respond to and resolve employee inquiries regarding Benefits & Wellbeing.

• Manage the comprehensive Well-Being Program.

• Lead the Benefits & Wellbeing Team and collaborate with the broader HR team.

• Direct Open Enrollment, ongoing HRIS configurations, acquisition analysis, and onboarding processes.

• Supervise vendors and ensure compliance.

• Spearhead strategy and project management initiatives.

• Act as a member of the 401K Committee.

• Provide strategic insights on direction, competitive positioning, and emerging trends.

• Develop and design innovative benefits and wellness programs.

• Promote best practices, process enhancements, and stakeholder engagement.

• Report directly to the Chief People Officer.

• Collaborate with Talent Management, Compensation & Compliance, Recruiting, Payroll, and HR Technology teams.

• Oversee the Benefits & Wellbeing Specialist.

• Foster a healthy and inclusive wellness culture throughout the organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business, Human Resources, or a related field, along with 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience in Benefits, or a minimum of 14 years of relevant experience.

• CEBS or other equivalent certification preferred.

• Experience with self-insured benefit plans is preferred.

• Proficient knowledge of HRIS systems.

• Strong operational execution and vendor management capabilities.

• In-depth knowledge of state and federal laws/regulations concerning employment and employee benefits.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Demonstrated proficiency in Outlook or other email platforms.

• Strong analytical capabilities.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.

• Capability to build relationships with HR business partners, cross-functional teams, external vendors, and key stakeholders.

• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic organizational environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Health & Wellbeing Plans.

• Integrated Disability, Leave, and Absence Management programs.

• Retirement Plans.

• Life Insurance.

• Voluntary Benefits Program.

• Participation in the 401K Committee.

• Access to the Well-Being Program.

• Opportunities for professional growth.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• An inclusive and collaborative culture.

• Meaningful work that supports clean water, a safe environment, and healthy communities.