Senior Benefits Manager – US Health & Retirement

Smiths Group plc; United States; On-site; USD 120,293 - 180,439; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Smiths Group plc. in Edgewood, Maryland is looking for a Benefits Manager to oversee the administration and compliance of U.S. health, welfare, and retirement benefits. This role ensures efficient program delivery and collaborates with HR and external partners. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in related fields, and strong knowledge of U.S. benefits laws. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $120,293 to $180,439 per year, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, business or other related fields.
• 7+ years of related work experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits & retirement laws and regulations (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA).
• Experience managing HRIS/benefits systems and vendor relationships.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration of all U.S. health and welfare programs.
• Manage relationships with benefit carriers and third-party administrators.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Federal, State & local benefits regulations.
• Deliver employee benefits communications and support issues resolution.
• Oversee COBRA administration and manage the company’s 401(k) plan.

Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits & retirement laws

7+ years of related work experience

Effective communication

Organizational skills and attention to detail

Knowledge of Internet software, MS Office

Proactive in identifying issues

Collaboration across HR, Finance, Payroll

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR, business or related fields

Tools

HRIS/BenAdmin systems

MS Office software

Job description

Smiths Group plc. in Edgewood, Maryland is looking for a Benefits Manager to oversee the administration and compliance of U.S. health, welfare, and retirement benefits. This role ensures efficient program delivery and collaborates with HR and external partners. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in related fields, and strong knowledge of U.S. benefits laws. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $120,293 to $180,439 per year, alongside comprehensive benefits.