Benefits Strategy & Administration Lead

Kelley Drye

World Trade Center (NY)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 hours ago

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Job summary

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP in New York City seeks a Benefits Manager to lead development, administration, and evolution of the firm’s benefits programs for employees and partners. This strategic leader partners with firm leadership to design competitive programs, enhance well-being, and improve the employee experience.

Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this role oversees benefits strategy, vendor management, compliance, communications, and program administration, driving continuous

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field required.
7–10 years of experience in employee benefits administration with leadership experience.
Advanced knowledge of benefits laws and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and enhance comprehensive employee and partner benefits programs aligned with talent strategy.
Lead annual benefits renewal including plan design evaluation, utilization analysis, budgeting, forecasting, vendor negotiations.
Oversee administration of medical, dental, retirement, and wellness programs.
Ensure compliance with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA and related regulations.
Communicate benefits information and support onboarding and employee inquiries.

Skills

Vendor management

Benefits knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field

7–10 years in employee benefits administration

Job description

Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this role oversees benefits strategy, vendor management, compliance, communications, and program administration, driving continuous

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