Benefits Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Oversight of employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans
• Planning, communication, and system coordination for annual open enrollment process
• Evaluation and recommendation of benefits strategies to remain competitive and manage costs
• Management of relationships with brokers, carriers, and third-party vendors
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations such as ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, etc.
• Analysis of benefits utilization, trends, and costs; providing reporting and recommendations to leadership
• Partnership with HR and leadership teams to align benefits offerings with employee needs and company goals
• Supporting employee education and communication efforts regarding benefits programs
• Maintaining accurate benefits data and ensuring system integrity within HRIS/payroll platforms

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration or total rewards
• Strong knowledge of benefits compliance regulations (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA)
• Experience managing vendor relationships and benefits renewals
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, UKG, Paycom, or similar)
• Experience in multi-state or high-growth environments
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Pay

$100K - $125K

Schedule

Onsite in Houston, TX