Benefits Manager
Instructure
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $115,000 - $135,000 per year
About the role
- Oversee the daily operations of global benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, life disability, and wellness initiatives.
- Manage the administration of global leave programs, including FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, Maternity, Paternity, Paid Time Off, Short/Long-Term Disability, and ADA accommodations.
- Act as the primary point of contact for global benefit brokers and local consultants to ensure consistent service delivery across all regions.
- Ensure all programs comply with local, state, and federal regulations. Lead annual filings, audits, and the maintenance of internal policies.
- Adapt global total rewards strategies to meet local market customs and cultural expectations while maintaining alignment with the overall corporate talent strategy.
- Develop and deliver communication materials and education programs to help employees maximize their benefits.
- Conduct regular data analysis to evaluate program usage, cost-efficiency, and effectiveness to support in future strategy design.
- Participate in and analyze global benefit surveys to identify market trends and provide data-driven recommendations for program enhancements.
- Monitor and reconcile monthly premium billings, conduct plan audits, and assist in managing the global total rewards budget.
- Lead the annual open enrollment process, including system testing in the HRIS, material preparation, and employee support.
- Continuously evaluate internal administrative processes to identify opportunities for automation within the HRIS or through third-party vendors.
- Serve as the final point of escalation for complex employee benefit issues or claims disputes, coordinating with carriers to find resolutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience specifically focused on benefits administration, with exposure to global programs.
- Proficiency with Workday HRIS system and advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
- Strong understanding of benefits-related regulations.
- Ability to explain complex benefit concepts to employees and stakeholders with empathy and clarity.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with a global mindset and cultural sensitivity.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
benefits administrationdata analysisreportingprogram compliancebudget managementopen enrollment processHRIS system testingautomationcost-efficiency evaluationprogram enhancement
Soft Skills
communicationempathyclaritycultural sensitivityprioritizationproblem-solvingstakeholder managementleadershipadaptabilitycollaboration
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human ResourcesBachelor’s degree in Business Administration