Director – HR Benefits

Director – HR Benefits

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in managing benefits programs, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Significant experience in managing and optimizing retirement programs, including 401(k), pension plans, and deferred compensation programs.
• Proven track record of leading financial wellness initiatives, helping employees make informed financial decisions for their long-term security.
• Experience in overseeing comprehensive health, welfare, and wellbeing programs, including health insurance, disability benefits, and mental health initiatives.
• Experience working cross-functionally with HR, finance, legal, and other departments to design and deliver effective benefits programs.
• Demonstrated success in managing relationships with external vendors to enhance benefits offerings and optimize costs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term benefits strategy that aligns with business objectives and enhances the overall employee experience.
• Evaluate and optimize benefits offerings to ensure market competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Partner with senior leadership and external vendors to drive innovation in benefits programs and total rewards initiatives.
• Oversee the design and administration of retirement programs, including 401(k) plans, pensions, and deferred compensation plans.
• Lead financial wellness initiatives that provide employees with tools and education to enhance their long-term financial security.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS, and other regulatory requirements while continuously improving retirement plan offerings.
• Drive the strategic direction of health, disability, life insurance, and voluntary benefit programs to support employee wellbeing.
• Implement and enhance mental health, physical health, and work-life balance programs that foster a culture of holistic wellness.
• Analyze benefits utilization data and employee feedback to refine program effectiveness and ensure alignment with workforce needs.
• Partner with executive leadership to ensure benefits programs support business objectives and workforce needs.
• Anticipate future trends in benefits, retirement, and wellbeing programs, positioning the organization as a leader in total rewards.
• Establish trust and credibility with senior leadership by providing expert guidance on benefits-related decisions and long-term strategy.
• Communicate complex benefits and financial wellness concepts in a clear and actionable manner for key stakeholders.
• Influence benefits-related policy and decision-making through data-driven insights and industry benchmarking.
• Ensure that benefits offerings reflect the company’s commitment to inclusion and diversity aligned with our employee engagement initiatives.
• Use employee feedback and engagement metrics to continuously improve programs and enhance participation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors, to deliver best-in-class benefits solutions.
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to integrate benefits strategies with broader HR and business initiatives.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships to enhance program offerings and optimize cost structures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.