What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leader, Benefits position at Restoration Hardware?
At RH we believe deeply that the "right" people are our greatest asset. We value people with high energy, who possess the ability to energize others. People who are smart, creative and have a point of view. People who see the answer in every problem, versus those who see the problem in every answer. People who are driven, determined and won't take "no" for an answer. We value team players, people who are more concerned with what's right, rather than who's right.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Live Our Vision, Values and Beliefs every day.
- Manage all US and Canada Benefits Programs and Policies
- Coordinate business relationships with third-party vendors as appropriate for the US and Canada Benefits
- Manage third parties to deliver timely, targeted, and cost-efficient benefits programs
- Key role in establishing employee benefit guidelines; provide expertise in monitoring compliance issues,
- Responsible for SPDs, 5500s, policies, procedures, and other benefit communications in accordance with federal
- Develop effective relationships and partnerships with internal benefits resources, other corporate resources
cost effective and coordinated benefits solutions
- Develop and deliver timely, relevant, and effective benefits training programs for all associates, as applicable
- Benchmark Benefit programs through participation in Benefits surveys and networking with peer companies
- Analyze benefits data for trends, cost drivers, and savings opportunities which align with RH’s benefits
- Manage or lead projects and key initiatives as needed
REQUIREMENTS:
- 5 years of benefits experience
- Strong knowledge and experience in managing employee benefits and related programs, with an understanding
- Proven experience in managing/delivering successful benefits programs
- Strong vendor management skills
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of leadership
- Very strong financial, analytical and audit skills; strong command of Excel
- Strong understanding of systems and data interfaces with third party vendors
- Proven experience working in a global environment for medium to large size plan sponsors
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Strong project management and consulting skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- A belief that truly great work comes from within