Health Plan Benefit Director

Harbor Health

Health Plan Benefit Director driving design and operationalization of health plan products across IFP and employer lines. Transforming healthcare through a member-centered approach at Harbor Health.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in health plan product development and benefit design, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and stakeholder alignment. Proven ability to translate complex concepts into actionable strategies while fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

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Health Plan Product DevelopmentBenefit DesignRegulatory ComplianceCross-Functional LeadershipCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Health Insurance Plan StructuresBenefit ConfigurationsRegulatory FrameworksOperational GuidanceProduct Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementStakeholder AlignmentAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Individual and Family Plans (IFP)Employer-Sponsored Health PlansManaged Care EnvironmentAffordable Care Act (ACA)Texas Department of Insurance (TDI)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end product development and benefit design for IFP and employer-sponsored health plans, from concept through operationalization
Own plan design decisions, ensuring benefit structures are competitive, compliant, and aligned with Harbor Health's payvider model and member-centered approach
Serve as the primary liaison across internal teams — including Operations, Clinical, Network, Actuarial, and Regulatory — to align on product intent and operational structure
Coordinate with external vendors and partners to ensure benefit and product strategies are communicated clearly and executed effectively
Translate complex plan design concepts into clear operational guidance for cross-functional teams
Monitor regulatory and market changes impacting IFP and employer products and proactively adjust product strategies as needed
Support the development of scalable processes and documentation as Harbor Health grows its product portfolio
Partner with Actuarial on pricing inputs and with Regulatory on filing and compliance requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in health plan product development or benefit design within an IFP, employer, or managed care environment
Strong understanding of health insurance plan structures, benefit configurations, and regulatory frameworks including ACA and TDI
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and align stakeholders across diverse teams
Excellent communication and relationship management skills — able to bridge strategic intent with operational execution
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment with evolving priorities and structures

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and incentives
Generous PTO
10 paid holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Investment Plan
Company Equity
Professional development and growth opportunities