Benefits Manager

ReviveRX and Ways2Well • Houston, TX

7d

About The Position

We are seeking a Benefits Manager to administer and optimize our benefits and leave programs. With a focus on employee engagement, retention, and compliance, you’ll contribute directly to strengthening total rewards strategy in alignment with departmental goals and the company’s vision. If you're passionate about delivering impactful employee experiences and optimizing benefits programs in a dynamic, people-focused environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience in Human Resources or Benefits Administration will be considered.
• 7+ years of experience in employee benefits administration—including wellness, leave, and retirement programs—with a primary focus on U.S. benefits
• Experience collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors in a fast-paced HR environment.
• Metrics- and results-driven, with a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach; comfortable engaging with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage detailed tasks while effectively prioritizing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive understanding of benefits regulations, including FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and IRS retirement plan limits.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity, drive innovation, or support problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate support.
• Partner with external benefits brokers and act as a liaison between brokers, the HR Ops team, and benefits carriers.
• Identify and recommend operational improvements and cost-saving opportunities across all benefit-related programs.
• Provide ongoing research and benchmarking to keep benefits programs competitive and aligned with market trends.
• Lead open enrollment, including planning, strategy, messaging, system configuration, materials creation, and delivery of employee presentations.
• Manage leave of absence programs, ensuring legal compliance with state, federal, and international labor laws.
• Manage all benefits compliance requirements, including mandatory postings, 5500 filings, ACA reporting, PCORI fees, and other regulatory filings.
• Partner with payroll on mandatory government ACA reporting
• Partner with payroll and the 401(k) broker to educate employees on retirement planning and financial wellness.
• Lead employee and manager education on total rewards package, promoting a clear understanding of available benefits.
• Serve as the HRIS expert, providing guidance and support to employees on benefits and absences
• Generate reports for billing allocations, benefit reconciliations, and other ad hoc needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager