Onsite Benefits & Compensation Manager — Dallas

Élan Partners; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Élan Partners is seeking a Benefits & Compensation Manager to own U.S. benefits programs, lead a PEO transition, and help scale HR operations. The role blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 5-7+ years in benefits administration, strong vendor relationships, and experience with HRIS platforms. Onsite North Dallas, Texas, with an emphasis on benefits setup, compliance, and program development.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years in benefits administration or total rewards.
• Hands-on in implementing and managing benefits programs.
• Experience leading PEO transition or large-scale HR change.
• Knowledge of health and welfare, retirement programs, open enrollment, COBRA, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing brokers, carriers, and vendors.
• Familiarity with compensation administration and salary benchmarking.
• Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms.
• Strong Excel skills for cost analysis and metrics.
• Excellent project management, communication, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day benefits administration and program management for U.S. employees.
• Lead setup and process development as the company transitions from PEO.
• Manage renewals, open enrollment, COBRA, communications, and compliance reporting.
• Maintain relationships with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators.
• Develop scalable benefits processes and documentation to support growth.
• Support compensation administration including benchmarking and offers.
• Ensure compliance with federal and multi-state regulations and maintain records.

Skills

Benefits administration

Vendor management

PEO transition

HRIS platforms

Excel skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Tools

HRIS platforms

Benefits administration platforms

COBRA/compliance systems

Job description

Élan Partners is seeking a Benefits & Compensation Manager to own U.S. benefits programs, lead a PEO transition, and help scale HR operations. The role blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 5-7+ years in benefits administration, strong vendor relationships, and experience with HRIS platforms. Onsite North Dallas, Texas, with an emphasis on benefits setup, compliance, and program development.