Senior Benefits Manager

GRVTY

Senior Benefits Manager leading design and implementation of employee benefits programs at GRVTY. Developing strategies for integration during acquisitions and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute GRVTY's multi-year benefits strategy supporting continued rapid growth and acquisitions.
Evaluate market trends to ensure GRVTY remains competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.
Design scalable benefit programs that balance employee experience, affordability, and business objectives.
Partner with executive leadership to align benefits strategy with organizational growth and workforce planning.
Lead annual benefits planning, renewal strategy, and Open Enrollment.
Lead all benefit integration activities for newly acquired companies.
Conduct benefits due diligence during acquisitions.
Evaluate legacy benefit programs and develop transition strategies.
Build integration timelines and execute seamless benefit migrations.
Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and acquisition teams to ensure successful employee transitions.
Personally oversee the day-to-day administration of all employee benefit programs including:
Medical, Dental and Vision
Prescription Drug
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k)
Life Insurance, Disability, Leave of Absence programs, COBRA and Wellness initiatives
Resolve complex employee benefit issues.
Ensure accurate system configuration within ADP and benefit platforms.
Manage eligibility, life events, enrollments, and vendor file integrity.
Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation.
Serve as primary relationship manager for brokers, consultants, insurance carriers, retirement providers, and third-party administrators.
Lead vendor performance reviews and contract negotiations.
Monitor service levels and identify opportunities for improved employee experience and cost savings.
Ensure compliance with:
ERISA
ACA
COBRA
HIPAA
Section 125
IRS regulations
Department of Labor requirements
State leave laws
Coordinate annual audits and regulatory reporting.
Partner with Legal on benefit compliance matters.
Develop annual benefits budgets.
Monitor claims experience and cost trends.
Analyze utilization data and recommend improvements.
Support annual financial planning and forecasting.
Build simple, engaging employee communications.
Lead Open Enrollment communications and education.
Develop executive-level reporting and workforce insights.
Ensure employees understand and maximize the value of GRVTY's benefit offerings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field.
8+ years of progressive benefits leadership experience.
Experience leading benefits during mergers, acquisitions, or organizational integrations.
Experience managing and leading a team.
Strong understanding of self-funded and fully insured medical plans.
Deep knowledge of retirement programs including 401(k) administration.
Experience managing brokers, consultants, and insurance carriers.
Strong analytical and financial acumen.
Experience administering benefits within an HRIS platform (ADP preferred).
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Benefits Program Design401(k) AdministrationSelf-Funded Medical PlansFinancial AcumenBenefits Due DiligenceOpen Enrollment ManagementPolicy DevelopmentData AnalysisVendor ManagementProject Management

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationOrganizational SkillsExecutive Presentation Skills