Senior Benefits & Retirement Programs Manager

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, P.C.; Washington; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-funded medical and dental

Generous paid time off

Pension and 401(k) with employer match

Life and disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group (MAPMG) is seeking a Manager of Benefits and Retirement Services to lead our Benefits and Retirement team in a hybrid role based in our Washington, DC area regional office. You will oversee a small team, serve as the primary contact for retirement plans, and guide employees through retirement planning and education sessions.

The role reports to the Director of Compensation and Benefits and involves collaborating with vendors and actuaries, interpreting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field required; advanced degree or HR certification preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience in benefits and retirement administration, including retirement planning sessions.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Defined Benefit and non-qualified plan experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of retirement plans, FMLA, and employee benefits.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to commute to Washington D.C., on an as-needed basis; willing to relocate to DC area.
• Must provide documentation for the influenza vaccine as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of three Benefits Specialists managing FMLA administration, professional development expense reimbursements, and employee benefits customer service.
• Serve as the primary contact for 401(k), pension, and nonqualified plan inquiries across all employment categories, including retirees.
• Conduct personalized one-on-one sessions to support employees in retirement planning and understanding post-retirement benefits; assist with ongoing Benefits Education sessions for all employment categories related to MAPMG benefits.
• Advise physician leaders and HR partners on policies related to nonqualified benefits and internal transfers.
• Interpret and communicate complex plan documents, policies, and eligibility criteria with clarity and accuracy.
• Lead and support cross-functional HR projects focused on process improvement, benefits education, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with vendors, actuaries, and internal teams to ensure compliant and efficient benefits administration.

Skills

Benefits administration

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

HR certification preferred

Job description

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group (MAPMG) is seeking a Manager of Benefits and Retirement Services to lead our Benefits and Retirement team in a hybrid role based in our Washington, DC area regional office. You will oversee a small team, serve as the primary contact for retirement plans, and guide employees through retirement planning and education sessions.

The role reports to the Director of Compensation and Benefits and involves collaborating with vendors and actuaries, interpreting