Retirement Plan Manager

Retirement Plan Director

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Retirement Plan Director for our client a Benefits Plans Administrator to oversee the administration, regulatory compliance, and financial performance of our Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the plan complies with all federal and state regulations, managing fiduciary and operational risks, promoting the PEP to participating employers, and overseeing financial analysis and reporting.

This position requires strong expertise in retirement plan administration, ERISA compliance, risk management, and the ability to build and manage relationships with participating employers.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the PEP complies with all federal and state regulations, including ERISA, the SECURE Act, and IRS guidelines.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, including Form 5500 and other required documents.
• Identify and mitigate operational, legal, and fiduciary risks; manage fiduciary liability
• Analyze the financial performance of the PEP, track contributions, fees, and expenses, and generate reports for the PPP and participating employers.
• Ensure the accurate and timely distribution of financial disclosures and reports.
• Promote the PEP to potential employers, explain plan benefits, and manage employer onboarding and ongoing participation.
• Serve as the key point of contact for participating employers and maintain strong relationships.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the PEP, working with internal teams and third-party service providers to ensure smooth plan administration.
• Manage plan audits and ensure compliance with fiduciary duties and best practices.
• Working with government contractors subject to the Service Contract Act.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Human Resources, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• 7 years of experience in retirement plan administration, compliance, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of ERISA, the SECURE Act, IRS guidelines, Retirement, and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Experience in financial analysis, risk management, and compliance in a retirement plan context.

Certifications/Licenses (Preferred):

• Series 65, Series 63, Series 7
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)
• Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA) or Qualified Pension Administrator (QPA)
• Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA)
• Enrolled Retirement Plan Agent (ERPA)
• Certified Risk Manager (CRM)
• CPA or similar financial certification

Benefits Offered:

We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefit packages, and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason, we offer a comprehensive benefits plan including the following:

• Competitive overall compensation package
• Career enhancement and growth opportunities
• 401(k) match up to 50% contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Accident/critical illness insurance
• FSA and HSA accounts
• Competitive paid time off
• Professional development/tuition funds
• Continuing education and career certification
• Company funded Lifestyle Spending Account
• Employee engagement activities
• Service recognition compensation
• Work/life resources

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• Commuter benefits