Senior Benefits Manager

Insight Global; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance offerings

Paid leave

Job summary

A leading HR services firm is looking for a Senior Benefits Manager in Chattanooga, TN. This role involves designing and managing benefits programs across multiple states, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and optimizing employee wellness plans. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in benefits, leadership, and proficiency in ADP WorkforceNow and Excel. A competitive salary between $110k and $120k is offered, along with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in benefits management.
• Deep expertise in administering 401(k) and pension plans.
• Ability to navigate union-specific deductions and healthcare benefits.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic design and compliance of all employee benefit programs.
• Oversee development and execution of benefit proposals for the executive team.
• Manage open enrollment strategy and vendor negotiations.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field

7+ years in benefits, including 3+ in a leadership role

Expertise in health, retirement (401(k), pension), and leave programs

Proficient in ADP WorkforceNow and advanced Excel

Tools

ADP WorkforceNow

Excel

Job description

Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Job Title: Senior Benefits Manager

Job Type: Perm

Location: Chattanooga, TN - Hybrid

Compensation: $110k-120k

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• 7+ years in benefits, including 3+ in a leadership role
• Expertise in health, retirement (401(k), pension), and leave programs
• Proficient in ADP WorkforceNow and advanced Excel

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• CEBS, SHRM-CP/SCP, or similar certification
• Experience in manufacturing or multi-site environments
• Union benefits experience

Job Description

The Senior Benefits Manager is responsible for leading the strategic design, administration, and compliance of all employee benefit programs across a multi-state, multi-union environment. This role partners closely with vendors, brokers, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and optimization of health, retirement, and wellness plans. The manager will oversee the development and execution of benefit proposals for the executive team, including financial modeling and benchmarking data. The role requires deep expertise in administering 401(k) and pension plans, as well as navigating union-specific deductions and healthcare benefits. The manager will lead open enrollment strategy, vendor negotiations, and benefit communications, while driving continuous improvement and employee satisfaction. They will also serve as the internal expert on labor law compliance, including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and multi-state regulations. Collaboration with payroll and HRIS teams is essential to maintain data integrity and streamline benefit processes. This position demands a high level of autonomy, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

Compensation

$110k to $120k per year annual salary.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Note: Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources and Business Development

Industries

• Human Resources Services