LHH · 6 hours ago
Benefits Manager
Greater Phoenix Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expLHH is seeking an experienced Benefits Manager to lead benefits operations for a multi-state workforce in the healthcare industry. This role involves managing employee benefit programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering a positive employee experience while also leading a team and driving process improvements.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Mary Daoud
Responsibilities
Manage all employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, wellness, and voluntary benefits
Oversee open enrollment planning and execution, including employee communications, system configuration, and vendor coordination
Partner with brokers and consultants to evaluate plan design, manage renewals, and control healthcare costs
Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure benefit programs remain compliant and competitive
Develop and deliver clear, ongoing employee communications regarding benefit options, changes, and enrollment processes
Serve as the internal subject matter expert for benefits policies, procedures, and eligibility rules
Lead, mentor, and develop benefits team members
Foster a collaborative, efficient, and service-oriented work environment
Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies within benefits administration
Support performance management, coaching, and professional development for team members
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state benefits-related regulations, including ERISA, ACA, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, and state leave laws
Prepare and submit required benefits-related regulatory filings and reports, including Form 5500 and ACA reporting
Coordinate benefits audits and support internal or external compliance reviews
Maintain accurate documentation, policies, and procedures related to benefit plans
Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators
Manage vendor contracts, service agreements, and performance metrics
Evaluate vendor relationships to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and service excellence
Partner with vendors to resolve escalated employee issues, compliance matters, and system enhancements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
5+ years of benefits administration experience, preferably supporting a multi-state workforce
Strong knowledge of employee benefits regulations and compliance requirements
Experience working with HRIS and benefits administration platforms (ADP, Workday, Dayforce, or similar)
Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate teams
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred
HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR)
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with employer matching
Generous paid time off
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Company
LHH
At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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