Benefits Manager, Absence and Policy Lead

Google; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 162,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a People Operations US Absence and Policy Benefits Manager to develop industry-leading benefits strategies. The role involves managing statutory leave programs, overseeing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, experience in HR, and the ability to lead teams effectively.

Qualifications

• 5 years of HR experience managing strategy and financial planning.
• Experience in US statutory leave programs and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Design and administer compliant absence management programs.
• Manage external vendor relationships and budget planning.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The application window will be open until at least May 19, 2025. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

This role may also be located in our Playa Vista, CA campus.

Note: By applying to this position, you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of HR experience managing strategy and financial planning for US leave and risk programs (life insurance, disability insurance, statutory leaves), vendor management of insurance providers, and leave administrators.
• Experience in US statutory leave programs (PFL, FMLA, USERRA, ADA), benefits, labor law, and captive program management.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience leading high-performing teams and influencing senior-level stakeholders.
• Proven ability to strategically plan and optimize global benefits programs, creating proposals for program changes/optimization, and managing budgets/POs.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, presenting data-driven strategies.
• Skilled in influencing cross-functional teams and advocating impactful, large-scale initiatives.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration, communication, and executive presence.
• Adept at product management, guiding initiatives from concept to scalable results.

About The Job

At Google, we aim to foster the healthiest workforce, and our Benefits team drives these efforts. From retirement planning to financial literacy courses to healthy living campaigns, our programs are designed to keep our global Googlers healthy and happy.

You are able to navigate the complexity of serving different legal and cultural practices for our global offices while finding creative opportunities to support Googlers. You are mission-driven, enthusiastic, and creative in developing and managing benefits programs. You will build an understanding of wellness and implement innovative programs as Google grows.

As the People Operations US Absence and Policy Benefits Manager, you will lead a team to develop and implement industry-leading benefits strategies, optimizing user journeys. Your team will manage US statutory leave programs (including PFL, FMLA, USERRA, ADA), benefits administration, labor law compliance, and captive program oversight. Key responsibilities include managing large-scale insurance and leave administrator vendors, alongside financial planning and budget oversight.

Great isn't good enough for our People Operations team. We bring the world's most innovative people to Google and provide programs to help them thrive. Whether recruiting, refining core programs, developing talent, or adding fun, we use a data-driven approach to reinvent HR.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $162,000-$240,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Salary ranges are role, level, and location-dependent. Individual pay within the range depends on work location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share specific details during hiring.

Note: The listed compensation reflects the base salary only, excluding bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering growth and advocating career advancement.
• Design, implement, and administer compliant absence management programs (FMLA, ADA, Workers' Comp, state leaves).
• Oversee comprehensive benefits offerings, ensuring they are competitive, cost-effective, and compliant.
• Manage external vendor relationships, including contracts, assessments, and budget planning, while mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with HR, legal, and finance to align benefits with business strategy, stay updated on industry trends, and ensure program integrity.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you require accommodations, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.