Retirement Plans Lead — 6-Month Contract

Burnett Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists in Houston, TX seeks a seasoned Retirement Plans Administrator to oversee defined contribution and defined benefit plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with vendors. The role focuses on interpreting plan provisions, resolving complex inquiries, and ensuring accurate benefit administration.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of retirement plans experience, strong ERISA knowledge, and proven ability to manage relationships with recordkeepers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of retirement plan administration experience.
• Experience administering qualified 401(k) and/or defined benefit plans.
• Strong understanding of ERISA, IRS and DOL regulations.
• Experience with plan recordkeepers, TPAs, and external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day retirement plan administration for defined contribution and defined benefit plans.
• Explain plan provisions and options; resolve complex employee questions.
• Coordinate with third-party administrators, recordkeepers, and actuaries.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and support audits and annual filings.
• Partner with accounting and benefits teams to reconcile plan data and prepare filings.
• Lead research on plan enhancements and present recommendations.

Skills

Retirement plan administration

ERISA knowledge

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/HR

Tools

SAP

SuccessFactors

HRIS

Job description

Burnett Specialists in Houston, TX seeks a seasoned Retirement Plans Administrator to oversee defined contribution and defined benefit plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with vendors. The role focuses on interpreting plan provisions, resolving complex inquiries, and ensuring accurate benefit administration.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of retirement plans experience, strong ERISA knowledge, and proven ability to manage relationships with recordkeepers,