Benefits Program Manager

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is seeking a Benefits Program Manager to lead the development, administration, and continuous improvement of the hospital's benefits and retirement programs. The role ensures compliance, competitiveness, and cost-effectiveness while partnering with vendors and cross-functional teams to optimize program performance and member experience.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of benefits administration experience, strong ERISA knowledge, and a track record

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in benefits administration, incl. retirement plan operations.
• Experience in large or complex benefit administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ERISA, retirement plan compliance, and health/welfare regulations.

Skills

Benefits administration

Vendor management

ERISA knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

CEBS/PHR/SPHR preferred

Job description

Purpose Statement / Position Summary

The Benefits Program Manager is responsible for the development, administration, and continuous improvement of CHLA’s benefits and retirement programs. This role ensures that all benefit offerings, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs and ancillary benefits are compliant, competitive, cost-effective, and aligned with CHLA’s priorities. The Benefits Program Manager partners with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and cross-functional teams to optimize program performance, enhance the team member experience, and ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery.

Minimum Qualifications / Work Experience

• 8+ years of experience in benefits administration, including retirement plan operations.
• Experience in large or complex benefit administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ERISA, retirement plan compliance, and health/welfare regulations.
• Experience managing vendors and external partners.

Education / Licensure / Certification

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• Preferred: Certification such as Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).