The Benefits Manager will lead and direct the routine functions of the Benefits department, including employee benefit administration, monitor employee leaves of absence, application of ERISA and Department of Labor guidelines/regulations, and claim resolution.

• Ensure that the administration of company benefits is done in the correct manner, following all pertinent laws, guidelines, and best-practices; this includes health and wellness, leaves of absence, 401K, unemployment, and worker’s compensation
• Case management: the ability to manage complex medical, 401K, and leave of absence issues
• Compile and organize information for unemployment hearings; occasionally take part in unemployment hearings
• Provide support and guidance to HRBPs when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to conduct interactive process in cases involving ADA guidelines
• Be able to compile and analyze data needed for various government reports, including 401K and year-end 5500 reporting
• Fulfill court ordered benefit directives and file all relevant state paperwork correctly and in a timely manner
• Be able to compile a benefit analysis and present findings to senior leadership
• Identify and recommend reasonable short and long-term goals for key performance metrics, including providing pertinent milestones, and benchmarks
• Assist in research and data collection on current and future benefit offerings; make recommendations to senior leadership for policies and benefits changes which would improve existing benefits and leave offerings
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices
• May hire, train, and oversee other employees in the department
• May oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of other employees in the Benefit department
• Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or related field required
• Minimum of five to seven years of experience employee benefits administration
• Benefit Certifications preferred
• Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal laws involving employment, HR, and benefits administration
• Has the ability to supervise team members and delegate tasks to others
• Extensive knowledge of our HRIS and similar human resource management software and practices
• Basic knowledge of payroll practices/processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation
• Employer paid continuing education courses and designations via access to Kaufman Institute
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, vision and dental
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Access to Kaufman Wellness Program

H.W. Kaufman Group is a powerful global network of companies dedicated to shaping the future of insurance. With thousands of dedicated professionals across an extensive network of over 60 offices around the world, we lead by offering innovative solutions that are at the forefront of the industry. We are privately owned and thus free from the influence of Wall Street. This allows us the ability to adapt to constantly fluctuating market conditions. From brokerage, underwriting and real estate to claims, loss control and risk management services, our depth of services is unrivaled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The H.W. Kaufman Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status or condition protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

In addition, Kaufman will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.