Senior Benefits Architect & 401(k) Compliance Lead

Hunt Companies, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

HSA/FSA accounts

Retirement benefits

Rewards programs

Job summary

Hunt Companies, Inc. is seeking a Benefits Manager in El Paso, TX, reporting to the VP of Human Resources. The role administers health, welfare, and voluntary benefits, and leads 401(k) retirement plan administration in collaboration with brokers and vendors.

You will oversee leaves, assist in program design, manage enrollment communications, and ensure ERISA/ACA/HIPAA compliance while leading a benefits team.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years in a benefits role, preferably with supervisory experience.
• Experience with self-insured and fully insured plan designs.
• Experience with 401k retirement administration.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and ADA.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized.
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred upon hire; CPB preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers employee benefit programs including health insurance and wellness initiatives.
• Administers the employer-sponsored 401k retirement plan, including plan review and company match.
• Oversees leaves of absence administration in compliance with state and federal laws.
• Assists in design and implementation of benefit programs.
• Collaborates with brokers, carriers, and vendors to resolve service or claims issues.
• Manages open enrollment communications, presentations, and training sessions.
• Provides support to employees regarding benefit plans, claims, and eligibility.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manages a team of benefits support staff.

Skills

Benefits administration

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Multi-tasking

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

HRIS

Benefits administration software

Job description

Hunt Companies, Inc. is seeking a Benefits Manager in El Paso, TX, reporting to the VP of Human Resources. The role administers health, welfare, and voluntary benefits, and leads 401(k) retirement plan administration in collaboration with brokers and vendors.

You will oversee leaves, assist in program design, manage enrollment communications, and ensure ERISA/ACA/HIPAA compliance while leading a benefits team.