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EVgo · 1 month ago

Benefits & Leave Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $135K/yr

6+ years exp

EVgo is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles, focused on expediting the mass adoption of EVs. The Benefits & Leave Manager will be the subject matter expert for employee benefits and leave programs, responsible for managing a competitive benefits portfolio and ensuring compliance with regulations.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesCharging InfrastructureElectric Vehicle

Responsibilities

Lead the selection, implementation, and daily management of the company’s benefits portfolio, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary programs

Conduct annual benchmarking and cost analysis to ensure benefits remain competitive, cost-effective, and aligned with company strategy

Partner with brokers, carriers, and vendors to evaluate plan options, negotiate renewals, and identify opportunities for cost containment and value enhancement

Oversee the annual open enrollment process—including planning, system configuration, communications, training, and post-enrollment audits

Manage all Qualifying Life Events (QLEs) and ensure accurate, timely processing within HRIS and with benefit vendors

Build and manage a comprehensive ACA compliance framework, including eligibility tracking, offer management, reporting, and ongoing audits to ensure adherence to federal and state requirements

Monitor legislative updates related to ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other benefits regulations; recommend and implement necessary plan or policy changes

Partner with Finance and Payroll to reconcile benefits invoices, validate deductions, and ensure accurate financial reporting

Administer company leave programs (FMLA, ADA, parental, and state-specific), ensuring compliance, consistent policy application, and empathetic case management

Maintain all benefit-related data, workflows, and integrations in the HRIS, driving automation and data accuracy for eligibility, enrollment, and reporting

Develop and deliver employee-facing benefits communications, onboarding materials, and education sessions to enhance understanding and engagement

Produce regular analytics on benefits utilization, enrollment trends, and cost impact

Serve as the primary escalation point for complex benefits and leave questions, providing clear and compliant guidance

Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and renewals; ensure adherence to regulatory and service-level expectations through regular audits

Qualification

Benefits designAdministrationACA compliance knowledgeVendor managementHR systems proficiencyAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience

Proven expertise in benefits design, selection, and administration, including vendor management and cost analysis

Strong knowledge of ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and state/federal leave laws

Demonstrated experience establishing or enhancing ACA compliance processes, including 1094/1095 reporting and eligibility tracking

Experience developing and implementing scalable benefits and leave administration processes

Proficiency with HR systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, Paylocity, Workday, Rippling, or similar) and advanced Excel/reporting capabilities

Strong analytical and financial skills with the ability to interpret data and present recommendations