US Benefits Manager

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Business Title: US Benefits Manager

Role Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic US Benefits Manager to join our Total Rewards team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for implementing and managing comprehensive benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. Your expertise will help drive employee engagement, well-being, and overall job satisfaction. This manager will report to the Director of Global Benefits.

Team Summary:
You will be part of the Total Rewards team, a dedicated group responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive compensation and benefits programs that align with athenahealth’s commitment to employee well-being and organizational success. This team collaborates cross-functionally to ensure offerings are competitive, compliant, and effectively communicated to employees globally. The team values data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement to enhance employee experience.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and administer competitive benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision and wellbeing plans.
• Design and deliver clear, concise communications to employees, managers, and HR teams about benefits programs, ensuring high levels of engagement and understanding.
• Analyze benefits data and trends using reporting tools to inform strategy and decision-making.
• Ensure benefits comply with federal, state, and local regulations such as ERISA, ACA, FMLA, and COBRA.
• Collaborate with the Total Rewards team to align benefits programs with organizational goals and industry trends.
• Assess, design, and deliver relevant Wellness programs.
• Lead projects related to benefits enhancements, compliance, and communication initiatives.
• Utilize Workday HRIS to maintain accurate benefits data and streamline processes.
• Develop and maintain relationships with benefits vendors, including health insurance carriers, brokers, and administrators.
• Prepare annual benefits budgets, forecast costs, and track actual spending against projections.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

• Support benefits communication campaigns to increase employee engagement and understanding.
• Assist in benchmarking and market analysis to maintain competitive benefits offerings.
• Participate in cross-functional HR projects as needed.
• Provide guidance and support to HR partners and managers on benefits-related inquiries.
• Contribute to continuous process improvements within the benefits function.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to recommend innovative benefits solutions.
• Support annual benefits open enrollment and other key benefits events.

Expected Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent years of relevant professional experience.5+ years of experience in benefits management.
• 5+ years of experience in benefits management, preferably in a large organization, in technology or healthcare industries.
• 3+ years of experience with Workday HRIS, including implementation, configuration, and management of benefits programs.  Familiarity with Benefits and Payroll processes is required.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools, including Workday, to inform benefits program decisions.
• Ability to organize and lead large scale projects, including but not limited to annual open enrollment.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, or similar certifications a plus.

 

Expected Compensation

$96,000 - $164,000

The base salary range shown reflects the full range for this role from minimum to maximum. At athenahealth, base pay depends on multiple factors, including job-related experience, relevant knowledge and skills, how your qualifications compare to others in similar roles, and geographical market rates.  Base pay is only one part of our competitive Total Rewards package - depending on role eligibility, we offer both short and long-term incentives by way of an annual discretionary bonus plan, variable compensation plan, and equity plans.