Benefits Manager

Ensono

Manager of benefits administration at Ensono overseeing health, welfare, and retirement programs. Leading a team and ensuring compliance with US benefits regulations and global practices.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and develop a team of benefits analysts, providing coaching, performance feedback, and professional development
Oversee day-to-day administration of health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave management, wellness initiatives, and voluntary benefits across global regions
Lead annual benefits planning cycles, including plan design reviews, vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, and open enrollment execution
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local benefits regulations (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA) as well as applicable global regulatory requirements
Manage relationships with benefits vendors, brokers, and consultants to ensure service delivery meets organizational standards and requirements across regions
Develop and execute benefits communication strategies to educate employees and drive engagement throughout the employee lifecycle
Analyze benefits data, utilization trends, and costs to provide insights and recommendations
Partner with Payroll, HRIS, and Finance teams to ensure accurate benefits administration, billing reconciliation, and system integration
Serve as escalation point for complex employee benefits inquiries and resolve issues in a timely and compliant manner
Monitor market trends and competitive practices to recommend program improvements and innovations that support talent attraction and retention

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
5–7 years of progressive experience in benefits administration
1–2 years of people management or team leadership experience
Strong working knowledge of US benefits regulations and compliance requirements
Proficiency with HRIS and benefits administration platforms
Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to ensure accuracy across high-volume, complex work
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to shifting demands while maintaining delivery commitments
Experience supporting benefits programs in Brazil, India, or other international markets
Professional certification (CEBS, CBP, PHR, SPHR, or similar)
Experience with global benefits or multi-country compliance
Exposure to using AI tools or technologies to improve efficiency or enhance benefit processes

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Hard Skills & Tools

benefits administrationdata analysisproject managementcompliance managementvendor managementcontract negotiationbenefits communication strategiesHRIS proficiencybilling reconciliationglobal benefits compliance

Soft Skills

coachingperformance feedbackprofessional developmentanalytical skillscommunication skillsattention to detailadaptabilityproblem-solvingteam leadershiprelationship management

Certifications

CEBSCBPPHRSPHR