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Benefits Manager

Morgan Hunter Companies
Overland Park, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025

Job Description

Are you ready to take your benefits expertise to the next level in a fast-growing, dynamic organization? Our local Overland Park-based client is seeking a Benefits Manager to lead strategic benefits initiatives, manage high-impact projects, and enhance employee well-being programs. This role offers exposure to executive leadership, acquisitions, and the opportunity to develop innovative benefits solutions that reflect the company's commitment to taking care of its employees.

If you're a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys tackling new challenges, this hybrid opportunity could be the perfect fit for you!

Responsibilities :

  • Develop and implement best practices for Total Rewards policies and procedures for 3, 000 employees.
  • Conduct financial analysis to identify budgeting needs based on claims, market trends, and headcount forecasts, advising leadership and finance teams on accrual methods.
  • Manage due diligence for mergers & acquisitions, ensuring smooth integration of benefits programs.
  • Oversee the selection and implementation of new benefits vendors, including retirement plan TPAs, PBMs, wellness incentives, financial advisors, and benefit brokers.
  • Compile and present monthly and quarterly health and wellness reports for the Executive Committee.
  • Design and implement initiatives to support employee well-being.
  • Perform ongoing analysis and make strategic modifications to benefit policies to enhance competitiveness while managing costs.
  • Lead Total Rewards communications, including the creation and distribution of a bi-weekly company newsletter.

Requirements :

  • Experience in benefits administration within a large company setting, preferably with some managerial experience.
  • Self-funded insurance experience is required, with a strong understanding of plan management and cost-containment strategies.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing 401(k) plans and conducting cost analyses.
  • Proven ability to think strategically and innovatively to enhance benefits offerings.
  • Ability to adapt to constant change and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset to collaborate effectively across departments.
  • Experience with HRIS systems (such as UKG) and working with benefits brokers is preferred.
  • Experience in mergers and acquisitions and benefits integration is a plus.
  • Familiarity with compensation practices, such as salary survey data analysis, is a plus.
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