Retirement Benefits Manager

1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent employee benefits organization in New York is seeking a Retirement Benefits Manager to oversee 401(k) operations and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. This mid-senior level role requires a Bachelor's in HR or Business and at least five years of relevant experience. The position emphasizes hands-on management, staff supervision, and effective communication with employees. Candidates with HR experience in a union environment are preferred. Full-time employment offers an engaging HR focus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of HR experience in benefits administration and compliance.
• Experience in supervising staff and developing HR policies.
• Strong communication skills to interact with employees and managers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of the 401(k) plan including enrollment and contributions.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA and IRS regulations.
• Administer leave programs like Disability and FMLA.

Skills

HR policy development

Employee communication

Compliance knowledge

Staff supervision

MS Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

HR Information Systems

Job description

Retirement Benefits Manager – 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds

We’re seeking a strategic and hands‑on Benefits Manager to lead the administration and compliance of employee benefits programs—especially employer‑sponsored retirement savings plans like 401(k). This role is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment and is passionate about supporting employees through thoughtful benefits design and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the 401(k) plan, including enrollment, contributions, and distributions.
• Facilitate committee meetings and coordinate with third‑party administrators to ensure compliance with ERISA and IRS regulations.
• Administer leave programs—Disability, FMLA, Paid Family Leave, Workers’ Comp, and Personal LOA—guaranteeing legal and policy compliance and guiding managers through procedures.
• Lead the interactive process for ADA accommodations, coordinating documentation and implementation of approved accommodations.
• Serve as a trusted resource for benefits‑related questions and issue resolution, communicating clearly, empathetically, and effectively to employees and managers.
• Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate deductions and data synchronization, conducting regular audits and tracking metrics to identify trends and risks.
• Stay current on federal and state regulations—including ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and EEO—and perform special projects and assignments as directed by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) with a minimum of five years of HR experience, including policy and procedure development and interpretation.
• Experience supervising professional staff and developing, interpreting, and implementing policy and procedures.
• Intermediate skill level in MS Word and Excel; knowledge of HR Information Systems.
• Working knowledge of federal and state labor laws and regulations regarding FMLA, ADA, EEO, and retirement plan regulations (IRS).
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with internal and external professionals.
• HR experience in a union environment preferred.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Human Resources