Benefits Strategy Lead, US Programs & Compliance

L.E.K. Consulting; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

HSA contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

L.E.K. Consulting in the U.S.

seeks a seasoned Benefits Manager to own the full lifecycle of benefits—from strategy and renewals to open enrollment, compliance oversight and vendor management. This role partners closely with leadership, Payroll and Finance, delivering cost‑efficient, high‑value programs; you’ll build employee education materials and continuously optimize processes for a national, hybrid workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, finance, or related field.
• 5+ years in benefits administration or total rewards.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, HSA/HDHP and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with multi-state benefit programs.
• Vendor management and renewal negotiation experience.
• Proficiency in HRIS (Workday/ADP preferred) and Excel; strong analytical mindset.
• Discretion handling confidential information; consulting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and elevate the full lifecycle of U.S. benefits from strategy to open enrollment and optimization.
• Lead end-to-end open enrollment and coordinate with leadership and brokers.
• Stand up new benefit programs and enhancements.
• Manage relationships with brokers, carriers and vendors; drive accountability and service quality.
• Ensure compliance across ERISA, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA and related governance.
• Partner with Payroll and Finance to ensure audit integrity and cost containment.
• Develop employee education materials and serve as a benefits expert for inquiries.
• Build a forward-looking benefits roadmap aligned to talent strategy and firm growth.
• Continuously refine processes to eliminate recurring challenges.

Skills

HR analytics

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Discretion

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance

Tools

Workday

ADP

Job description

L.E.K. Consulting in the U.S.

seeks a seasoned Benefits Manager to own the full lifecycle of benefits—from strategy and renewals to open enrollment, compliance oversight and vendor management. This role partners closely with leadership, Payroll and Finance, delivering cost‑efficient, high‑value programs; you’ll build employee education materials and continuously optimize processes for a national, hybrid workforce.