We are looking for an experienced Manager of Benefits to oversee and optimize various aspects of benefits operations for our organization. This role requires a meticulous individual capable of managing audits, administration, employee engagement, and vendor relationships with precision and discretion. As this is a long-term contract position, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless benefits delivery while supporting key transitions and initiatives. Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough audits of benefit enrollments, billing processes, purchase orders, and leave of absence procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy. • Manage all aspects of benefits administration, including global manual enrollments, vendor billing accuracy, and purchase order processing. • Coordinate and support Open Enrollment activities by attending office hours, assisting employees via Slack channels, proofreading materials, and ensuring smooth execution and reconciliation. • Provide exceptional employee support by addressing inquiries with confidentiality and professionalism, escalating issues as needed, and liaising with carriers to resolve concerns. • Collaborate with HR and external vendors to facilitate transitions, including the migration from Anthem Blue Cross to Blue Shield, ensuring data integrity and proper system setup. • Partner with stakeholders to test and troubleshoot Workday systems, ensuring functionality during and after Open Enrollment. • Monitor and optimize benefits communications, ensuring employees are well-informed and processes run efficiently. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure high-quality service and timely issue resolution. • Support audits of retirement plans and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in benefits management or a related field. • Proven expertise in benefits administration, including audits, billing, and employee engagement. • Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions like v-lookup. • Experience working with global benefits programs and navigating complex systems. • Familiarity with Open Enrollment processes and vendor transitions. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a focus on discretion and confidentiality. • Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with vendors and internal teams.

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San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary
55.41 - 70.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Manager of Benefits to oversee and optimize various aspects of benefits operations for our organization. This role requires a meticulous individual capable of managing audits, administration, employee engagement, and vendor relationships with precision and discretion. As this is a long-term contract position, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless benefits delivery while supporting key transitions and initiatives. Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough audits of benefit enrollments, billing processes, purchase orders, and leave of absence procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy. • Manage all aspects of benefits administration, including global manual enrollments, vendor billing accuracy, and purchase order processing. • Coordinate and support Open Enrollment activities by attending office hours, assisting employees via Slack channels, proofreading materials, and ensuring smooth execution and reconciliation. • Provide exceptional employee support by addressing inquiries with confidentiality and professionalism, escalating issues as needed, and liaising with carriers to resolve concerns. • Collaborate with HR and external vendors to facilitate transitions, including the migration from Anthem Blue Cross to Blue Shield, ensuring data integrity and proper system setup. • Partner with stakeholders to test and troubleshoot Workday systems, ensuring functionality during and after Open Enrollment. • Monitor and optimize benefits communications, ensuring employees are well-informed and processes run efficiently. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure high-quality service and timely issue resolution. • Support audits of retirement plans and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
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