Director, Benefits & Wellbeing Strategy

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Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Hornets Sports & Entertainment seeks a Director of Benefits & Wellbeing to strategically design, implement, administer and continuously improve our employee benefits, wellness and wellbeing programs. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of People Strategy, this role aligns programs with engagement, health and financial security for the workforce.

The Director will oversee the Benefits Manager, collaborate with Finance, Legal and external vendors to deliver competitive, cost-effective programs

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance or related field.
8–10 years of progressive experience in benefits/total rewards or HR with leadership responsibilities.
Deep knowledge of employee benefits design, administration and compliance.
Strong understanding of ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA and related regulations.
Experience managing vendor relationships, renewals and negotiations.
Proven wellbeing initiative design and implementation experience.
Strong analytical and financial acumen with ability to interpret benefits data and trends.
Excellent project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills; ability to engage executives and partners.
Proven ability to influence decision-making and build cross-functional relationships.
High discretion and ability to handle sensitive information confidentiality.
High adaptability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends and events in a professional sports setting.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing strategy aligned with organizational goals.
Oversee administration of all employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, voluntary benefits and leave programs.
Evaluate and recommend plan enhancements to stay competitive for talent attraction and retention.
Serve as primary contact for employees on benefits and wellbeing issues with education and support.
Lead annual benefits planning, renewal, enrollment and communications.
Manage relationships with brokers, consultants, carriers, wellness vendors and third-party admins.
Monitor utilization, trends and costs; provide analysis and recommendations to leadership.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA).
Design and promote wellbeing initiatives addressing physical, mental, emotional and financial wellness.
Develop employee communications and educational resources to improve understanding of benefits.
Partner with Finance and HR leadership on budgeting and forecasting for benefit programs.
Use data and feedback to assess program effectiveness and identify improvements.
Lead vendor selection, contract negotiations and performance evaluations.
Supervise and develop the Benefits Manager for growth and excellence.
Support NBA and organization initiatives related to engagement and total rewards.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.