The Planet Group
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Base pay range $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr
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5 months (can apply for perm role in January)
Start ASAP
$40-45/hr
Industry-
Academia, college in Boston, about 2500 employees
Hours-
M-F 8:45am-4:45pm (35 hours per week)
Location-
Boston (hybrid - 3 days in the office - right downtown so close to Park Street, Downtown Crossing and Government Center T stops)
Background check-
CORI, SORI & county criminal
Why open-
Turnover. They need to hire a Benefits Manager or Benefits Analyst as soon as possible. The ideal candidate has Workday experience.
Must haves:
5+ years of Benefits experience
Has managed open enrollment
MS Office (Outlook, Word & Excel)
Preferred:
Academia or non-profit industry
Workday
Bachelor degree (need to get the perm job)
Certification like CEBS, CBP or PHR/SPHR
Job Description:
The Benefits Manager is responsible for the planning, administration, compliance, and communication of employee benefits programs. The Benefits Manager provides guidance to staff, collaborates with internal stakeholders, and serves as the primary liaison with external vendors and benefit partners. The benefits manager will also provide support for the Workday Human Capital Management system including reporting and maintenance.
Responsibilities
Administer and manage all employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, COBRA, commuter programs, phased retirement, life insurance, disability, retirement, tuition remission, tuition exchange, and wellness initiatives.
Oversee daily benefit operations, including enrollment, billing, reconciliation and benefit changes.
Maintain accurate benefits data in Workday and ensure timely processing of benefits-related transactions.
Provide expert guidance and support to employees on benefits-related questions, policies, and claims issues.
Design and deliver clear, engaging benefits communications and educational materials.
Develop and manage annual open enrollment processes, including planning, communications, and employee education sessions.
Develop reports and information for benefit programs for internal purposes and external reporting requirements.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, ACA, and IRS requirements
Serve as the primary contact for benefits vendors, brokers, consultants, counsel and auditors.
Administer our retirement plan including new enrollments. Communicate information to employees regarding program. Ensure that changes are made correctly in Workday and with external providers. Approve distributions and ensure compliance. Facilitate retirement plan changes for updates in plan design and legislative changes by working with Retirement Planning Committee and external counsel.
Administer time off benefit programs including vacation, health absence, bereavement, jury duty, etc. Communicates policy changes, updates all communications, and provides customer service and support to employees and managers. Coordinates program changes with internal departments.
Analyze benefits utilization, costs, and market trends to inform recommendations for plan design and cost-containment strategies.
Partner with HR leadership to align benefits offerings with our values and goals, and overall employee well-being.
Collaborate with Payroll, Workday, and internal HR teams to ensure integrated and efficient processes, fostering a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement.
Represent our organization at consortium or professional association meetings related to benefits and total rewards.
Monitor vendor performance and service delivery to ensure quality and value for employees and the institution.
Support other HR initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
Master’s degree preferred or certification such as CEBS, CBP, or PHR/SPHR.
Experience working with self-insured and fully-insured plans, and defined contribution plans.
Experience managing self-funded or consortium-based health plans.
Strong computer skills including: MS Office (Word and Excel), Outlook, Workday, preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must be committed to providing the highest level of customer service and responsiveness.
Demonstrated experience working in a high volume, deadline-oriented customer focused environment.
Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must have ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and provide exemplary customer service.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Higher Education
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Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
This range is provided by The Planet Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr
Direct message the job poster from The Planet Group
5 months (can apply for perm role in January)
Start ASAP
$40-45/hr
Industry-
Academia, college in Boston, about 2500 employees
Hours-
M-F 8:45am-4:45pm (35 hours per week)
Location-
Boston (hybrid - 3 days in the office - right downtown so close to Park Street, Downtown Crossing and Government Center T stops)
Background check-
CORI, SORI & county criminal
Why open-
Turnover. They need to hire a Benefits Manager or Benefits Analyst as soon as possible. The ideal candidate has Workday experience.
Must haves:
5+ years of Benefits experience
Has managed open enrollment
MS Office (Outlook, Word & Excel)
Preferred:
Academia or non-profit industry
Workday
Bachelor degree (need to get the perm job)
Certification like CEBS, CBP or PHR/SPHR
Job Description:
The Benefits Manager is responsible for the planning, administration, compliance, and communication of employee benefits programs. The Benefits Manager provides guidance to staff, collaborates with internal stakeholders, and serves as the primary liaison with external vendors and benefit partners. The benefits manager will also provide support for the Workday Human Capital Management system including reporting and maintenance.
Responsibilities
Administer and manage all employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, COBRA, commuter programs, phased retirement, life insurance, disability, retirement, tuition remission, tuition exchange, and wellness initiatives.
Oversee daily benefit operations, including enrollment, billing, reconciliation and benefit changes.
Maintain accurate benefits data in Workday and ensure timely processing of benefits-related transactions.
Provide expert guidance and support to employees on benefits-related questions, policies, and claims issues.
Design and deliver clear, engaging benefits communications and educational materials.
Develop and manage annual open enrollment processes, including planning, communications, and employee education sessions.
Develop reports and information for benefit programs for internal purposes and external reporting requirements.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, ACA, and IRS requirements
Serve as the primary contact for benefits vendors, brokers, consultants, counsel and auditors.
Administer our retirement plan including new enrollments. Communicate information to employees regarding program. Ensure that changes are made correctly in Workday and with external providers. Approve distributions and ensure compliance. Facilitate retirement plan changes for updates in plan design and legislative changes by working with Retirement Planning Committee and external counsel.
Administer time off benefit programs including vacation, health absence, bereavement, jury duty, etc. Communicates policy changes, updates all communications, and provides customer service and support to employees and managers. Coordinates program changes with internal departments.
Analyze benefits utilization, costs, and market trends to inform recommendations for plan design and cost-containment strategies.
Partner with HR leadership to align benefits offerings with our values and goals, and overall employee well-being.
Collaborate with Payroll, Workday, and internal HR teams to ensure integrated and efficient processes, fostering a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement.
Represent our organization at consortium or professional association meetings related to benefits and total rewards.
Monitor vendor performance and service delivery to ensure quality and value for employees and the institution.
Support other HR initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
Master’s degree preferred or certification such as CEBS, CBP, or PHR/SPHR.
Experience working with self-insured and fully-insured plans, and defined contribution plans.
Experience managing self-funded or consortium-based health plans.
Strong computer skills including: MS Office (Word and Excel), Outlook, Workday, preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must be committed to providing the highest level of customer service and responsiveness.
Demonstrated experience working in a high volume, deadline-oriented customer focused environment.
Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must have ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and provide exemplary customer service.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Higher Education
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Planet Group by 2x
Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Boston, MA
#J-18808-Ljbffr