Director of Benefits

Job Title: Director of Benefits

Location: Fully Remote/Hybrid, Park Ridge, NJ

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Consolidated Human Resources ("CHR") is seeking a Director of Benefits to lead our benefits department. This ideal position requires a results-driven leader who will spearhead strategic benefits initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide expert oversight of our benefits team.

 Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 4-5 benefits specialists.
• Establish performance metrics and conduct regular team evaluations.
• Foster a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and professional development.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining oversight of all benefits operations.
• Lead annual open enrollment processes and employee benefits presentations. 

Strategic Benefits Management

• Develop and execute comprehensive benefits strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Conduct in-depth analytical analyses to evaluate benefit plan program effectiveness, cost trends, and employee utilization patterns.
• Lead annual benefits renewals, vendor negotiations, and plan design modifications.
• Benchmark benefits offerings against industry standards and recommend competitive enhancements.
• Manage relationships with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Maintain current expertise in federal, state, and local benefits regulations including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, and related legislation.
• Ensure all benefits programs maintain full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Implement timely programming modifications to address regulatory changes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field;
• Active Life/Health insurance license (required).

• Advanced proficiency in HRIS systems, specifically Epic and Prism HR.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain complex benefits concepts to diverse audiences.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive benefits management experience
• At least 3-5 years of supervisory experience managing benefits teams
• Proven track record of leading benefits strategy development and implementation
• Experience with large-scale benefits implementations and system conversions preferred
• Expert-level experience with Professional Employer Organization (“PEO”) and Administrative Services Organization (“ASO”) model

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans