Manager, Benefits

Spacex; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Benefits Manager to design, implement, and operate company-wide employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement plans. You will analyze data, drive improvements, and ensure a cost-efficient, employee-focused experience.

The role partners with HR, Payroll, Finance, Marketing, and Legal to deliver best-in-class programs, mentor staff, and manage vendors. 8+ years of HR/benefits experience required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in employee benefits and/or HR.
• PHR Certification preferred; MBA or Masters in HR preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate strategically and tactically.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
• Proficient with Excel and large data sets; experience with HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration for company-wide employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.).
• Identify and implement improvements to deliver outstanding employee experience.
• Use data-driven approaches to evaluate and enhance program effectiveness.
• Develop cost-effective benefit programs and strategies for a growing workforce.
• Coach and mentor direct reports; oversee performance and career growth.
• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, Marketing and Legal to sustain best-in-class programs.
• Oversee relationships with external vendors and consultants.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Independent judgment

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Education

PHR Certification

MBA or Masters in HR

Tools

Excel

Workday

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

BENEFITS MANAGER

SpaceX is seeking a highly accomplished, dynamic individual who can design, implement, and operate company-wide employee benefit programs that are meaningful, impactful, and cost-effective. The individual must be analytical, detailed-oriented, team-focused, resourceful, and possess strong interpersonal skills to be able to work with a wide spectrum of employees to deliver substantive results.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the administration for company-wide employee benefit programs, such as medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability insurance, supplemental/voluntary benefits, and retirement plans, including preparation for annual open enrollment
• Identify and make continuous improvements in administration, to deliver an outstanding experience for employees
• Use a data-driven approach to critically evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of current programs.
• Develop innovative, empathetic, and cost-effective employee programs - from feasibility analysis, implementation, to ongoing operations, with a keen understanding of the enormous impact that the most effective employee benefit programs can have in the lives of employees and their families
• Build-out overall employee benefits strategy and related processes to support a diverse and growing employee population
• Assist, advise, and counsel employees and dependents on complex or sensitive benefit-related questions (via email, phone, walk-ups, and drop-in sessions)
• Collaborate with internal partners in Human Resources (HR), Payroll, Finance, Marketing, Legal, etc. to create and sustain best-in-class employee benefit programs
• Oversee relationships with external vendors, consultants, and their onsite staff and ensure excellence in partner/vendor performance
• Coach and mentor direct reports - provide training, oversee performance, and help grow their careers
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to the areas of:
  • Health and welfare benefits and retirement plan administration
  • Company wellness initiatives and employee services
  • Relocation administration
  • Leaves of absence administration
  • Workers' compensation administration
  • Commuter program administration
  • HRIS/benefits data administration

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8+ years of professional experience in employee benefits and/or human resources

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Human Resources Certification (PHR) or professional human resources affiliations
• Advanced degree (MBA, Masters in HR, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically and to move seamlessly between the two roles
• Ability to use independent judgment and prioritize work
• Effective verbal, written and presentation communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with Excel and working with large data sets
• Experience with Workday or other HRIS systems
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Highly collaborative style and strong team orientation
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple high-priorities in a fast-paced, loosely structured environment