Manager, Global Benefits (U.S. Medical and Pharmacy)

Comcast; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in media and technology is seeking a Benefits Manager to oversee the Benefits team. The role involves managing employee benefit programs, analyzing claims data, and ensuring compliance with benefit laws. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and extensive experience in human resources and benefits administration.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant work experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the Benefits team, ensuring effective communication and training.
• Analyze claims data and prepare recommendations for management.
• Direct administration of various employee benefit plans.

Skills

Benefits Analysis

Human Resources Budgeting

Presentation Skills

Business Communications

Employee Benefit Programs

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.

Job Summary

Responsible for managing and providing leadership to the Benefits team including effective communications, coaching, training and providing developmental opportunities. Plans, directs and controls the activities and staff involved in the development, implementation and administration of Company employee benefit programs with the goal of globalizing and harmonizing benefits, streamlining operations and introducing new offerings that eliminate waste and improve the employee experience. Administrates health and wellness programs. Reviews Company programs and investigates current trends, practices and costs. Monitors Vendor Performance against contractual agreements. Manages team which may include exempt and non-exempt employees. Serves as subject matter expert and provides guidance to employees as required. Develops processes and procedures to drive department efficiencies, assist in development and meeting of, departmental budget.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Analyzes claims data and trends and reports results to management.
• Prepares recommendations to management regarding plan changes and modifications. Has in depth knowledge of ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act).
• Directs administration of retirement, profit-sharing, thrift, group medical/surgical, disability and life plans. Stays up-to-date on benefit laws and regulations.
• Works with Benefits consultants, brokers, trustees and any necessary legal assistance on benefit matters.
• Ensures that the Company retains a competitive benefits posture in the marketplace.
• Develops and delivers presentations for employees and field Human Resources.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Employees at all levels are expected to:

• Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
• Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
• Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
• Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
• Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
• Drive results and growth.
• Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.
• Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer:

• This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Skills:

Benefits Analysis; Human Resources Budgeting; Presentation Skills; Business Communications; Employee Benefit Programs

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

5-7 Years