Dyson

Senior Director, Benefits

Dyson

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: California • United States

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Salary

💰 $196,000 - $255,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • The Senior Director of US Benefits is responsible for the management of Robert Half’s Benefit and Wellbeing offerings to active, leave and COBRA participants, in the U.S.
  • Ensuring the overall compliance and operational efficiency of the day-to-day operations
  • Provides direction and guidance relating to planning, organizing, implementing and evaluation of benefit and leave of absence policies, practices and procedures in a manner consistent with federal, state regulations and compliance
  • Interprets, analyzes, and manages various benefits contracts, health and welfare plans in compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, leave of absence and FMLA regulations, COBRA, Workers’ Compensation and more
  • Responsibilities include benefits administration and communication of U.S. benefits programs
  • Handling complex situations such as sensitive escalations, vendor system and process issues, carriers’ policies and practices, Open Enrollment, RFPs, etc.
  • Evaluating and participating in the long-term planning, analysis and development of benefit program offerings relative to market data and Robert Half objectives
  • Recommending process and program enhancements and plan design changes
  • Designing, implementing and communicating wellbeing programs across the U.S.
  • Works closely with multiple external vendors, internal departments, and internal and external legal counsel.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of benefits experience required
  • Working knowledge in health and insurance carriers and TPAs is required
  • 5+ years of management experience with two plus direct staff reports
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop high performing staff members to enable their maximum potential
  • Strong experience with vendor management, performance metrics and service level expectations and accountability
  • Demonstrated experience and capability to work cross-functionally in a complex and highly matrixed organization
  • Subject matter expert in health and benefit policies and regulations (ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, etc.)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.); working knowledge of PeopleSoft, Workday HCM, Empyrean and payroll is desirable
  • Ability to develop and present content that is easy to understand and convey key messages to influence various audiences
  • Proven organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands
  • Approachable leader with a passion for success and an ability to mentor others
  • Ability to exercise independent discretion, sound judgment, proactively resolve issues and work effectively with various teams to drive results
  • Reliable, detail oriented and a team player with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Possess excellent listening, verbal and written communications skills
  • Must be a strategic thinker and have ability to create long term roadmaps
  • Embraces change and working in a multiple priority fast-paced environment
  • High Integrity - trustworthy, professional, and credible with respect for confidentiality
  • Remains calm under pressure; has a sense of humor and is comfortable addressing difficult situations
  • Ability to travel to San Ramon as needed.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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