IMPRIMIS GROUP IS HIRING A BENEFITS MANAGER!
$80-100k
ONSITE | HOUSTON/WOODLANDS, TX| DIRECT HIRE
Position Overview:
The Benefits Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization’s employee benefits programs. This role ensures competitive, compliant, and cost-effective offerings that support employee wellbeing and align with business objectives. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, vendor management experience, and a deep understanding of benefits strategy and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans.
- Lead annual open enrollment process, including planning, communication, and system coordination.
- Evaluate and recommend benefits strategies to remain competitive in the market while managing costs.
- Manage relationships with brokers, carriers, and third-party vendors.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations (ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, etc).
- Analyze benefits utilization, trends, and costs; provide reporting and recommendations to leadership.
- Partner with HR and leadership teams to align benefits offerings with employee needs and company goals.
- Support employee education and communication efforts regarding benefits programs.
- Maintain accurate benefits data and ensure system integrity within HRIS/payroll platforms.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in benefits administration or total rewards.
- Strong knowledge of benefits compliance regulations (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA).
- Experience managing vendor relationships and benefits renewals.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, UKG, Paycom, or similar).
- Experience in multi-state or high-growth environments.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.