Director, Benefits

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a senior-level Director of Benefits to lead the strategy, design, and execution of comprehensive employee benefits programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefits programs, including health, welfare, and retirement plans
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations (ERISA, IRS, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, etc.)
• Oversee vendor relationships including consultants, brokers, actuaries, and third-party administrators
• Collaborate with HR leadership to align benefits strategy with broader Total Rewards initiatives
• Evaluate and enhance benefits offerings to remain competitive and cost-effective
• Develop and track metrics to assess program effectiveness and ROI
• Partner with HRIS and IT teams to improve systems, automation, and employee experience
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to the benefits team
• Serve as escalation point for complex benefits issues and process improvements
• Support communication strategies to ensure employees understand available benefits

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing benefits programs, including design, implementation, and compliance
• Direct experience within a healthcare environment
• Strong knowledge of retirement plans (401(k), pension, 403(b)) and health & welfare programs
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and driving strategic initiatives
• Experience working with HRIS systems

Benefits

• 20-30% Bonus