Benefits Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Oversee and continually enhance employee benefits programs, which encompass health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, wellness, and leave initiatives.

• Act as a reliable resource for employees by offering guidance and education on benefits, leave programs, and associated HR policies.

• Organize annual open enrollment, provide benefits education for new hires, and maintain ongoing communications regarding employee benefits.

• Handle benefits and leave administration, including eligibility, enrollments, claims, data accuracy, and employee assistance.

• Collaborate with HR, payroll, HRIS, finance, brokers, carriers, and vendors to ensure precise and efficient benefits administration.

• Ensure compliance of benefits programs with federal, state, and local regulations while supporting necessary reporting and filings.

• Analyze benefits data, invoices, payroll deductions, and usage to identify trends, guarantee accuracy, and assist in cost-effective decision-making.

• Coordinate Workers’ Compensation and leave of absence processes with employees, managers, and external partners.

• Assist in developing benefits policies, procedures, communications, and initiatives focused on employee wellbeing.

• At the Manager level, provide leadership and mentorship while contributing to benefits strategy, vendor management, and program development.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration.

• 2–3+ years of experience in a senior, lead, or management-level benefits position is preferred.

• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations and compliance requirements.

• Proven experience managing brokers, vendors, benefits platforms, and benefits programs.

• Proficiency in analyzing benefits data and making recommendations based on trends and costs.

• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.

• Customer-oriented approach to supporting employees.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Familiarity with HRIS and benefits administration systems.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.

• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.

• HR or benefits certification such as CEBS, CBP, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP is advantageous.

• Reliable high-speed internet connection.

• A quiet, secure professional home workspace.

• HIPAA-compliant management of sensitive information.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life and disability coverage.

• Retirement plans.

• Wellness programs.

• Leave programs.

• Ongoing employee benefits education and communication.

• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing.

• Remote work opportunities from a professional home office.

• Flexible collaboration with employees and external partners.