Benefits Programs Manager - Hybrid

Cigna; Bloomfield (CT); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Benefits Programs Manager to lead the administration of employee benefits in the U.S. This role involves collaborating with senior leadership and external vendors to ensure competitive offerings, compliance with regulations, and effective communication during the Annual Enrollment process. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of benefits laws, alongside excellent communication and project management abilities. Join this innovative firm and make a significant impact on employee well-being and organizational success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with benefits plans and regulations for large organizations.
• Strong knowledge of current benefit practices and trends.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with HR teams and vendors to enhance benefits offerings.

Skills

Benefits Administration

Regulatory Compliance (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA)

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Business Administration

CEBS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The Benefits Programs Manager role at The Cigna Group involves partnering with the Senior Manager, Global Benefits, and the Head of Global Benefits to support strategy, design, communication, and administration of benefits, primarily focusing on U.S. Benefits (including Hawaii).

Essential Functions

1. Administer employee benefits programs in the U.S., including Medical (prescription included), Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, COBRA, and Board of Director benefit offerings.
2. Collaborate with senior leadership, HR teams, and external vendors to ensure benefits offerings are competitive and aligned with organizational goals.
3. Lead Annual Enrollment preparation, communication, and rollout for U.S. employees and the Board of Directors.
4. Work with Cigna legal to ensure plans meet legal standards and regulatory filings are completed accurately and on time.
5. Support M&A due diligence and pilot program initiatives, including logistics, ROI tracking, and adoption.
6. Manage escalations, issues, and trends in partnership with internal teams and vendors.
7. Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
8. Partner with internal teams to improve population health, utilizing data analysis to identify patterns and recommend strategies.
9. Provide ongoing project support to the benefits team.

Qualifications Needed

1. Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
2. At least 5 years of experience with benefit plans, laws, and regulations (including ACA, ERISA, HIPAA) for large organizations.
3. CEBS certification preferred.
4. Strong knowledge of current benefit practices and trends.
5. Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills; proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
6. Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
7. Experience with retirement programs and global benefits is a plus.

Note: For remote work, internet connection must be via cable broadband or fiber optic with at least 10Mbps download and 5Mbps upload speeds.