What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Manager position at Software Guidance and Assistance, Inc.?
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Benefits Manager for a Contract assignment with one of our premier Healthcare clients in Chicago, IL.
Responsibilities :
The Benefits Lead supports the implementation and administration of health and welfare benefits programs, practices and policies. Manages relationships with third party vendors in support of the organization's benefits philosophy and policies and serves as an advocate for employees to ensure excellent service.
- Leads the Benefits Team in the daily administration of all benefit programs, policies, and procedures.
- Implements and maintains processes and procedures to ensure benefit programs are administered in compliance with the law and with plan documents.
- Leads by managing ongoing relationships with external vendors and consultants to ensure a smooth delivery of all benefit programs.
- Leads the planning, preparation and distribution of written and verbal benefits communications for employees with internal and external benefits communication teams so that they are consistent with the Rush Mission / Vision / Values.
- Develops, organizes, and tracks workflow and processes completed by the Benefits team.
- Validates and coordinates the work of the Benefit Analysts.
- Identifies, suggests and implements ongoing process improvements.
- Leads the annual Open Enrollment process.
- Acts as liaison to the Employee Service Center.
- Acts as the knowledge resource for employees and benefit team members.
- Assists with the hiring, training and reviewing performance of benefits staff.
- Participates in benefit surveys.
- Additional duties and projects as assigned.
Required Skills :
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission : to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values : customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
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