Benefits Manager, Retirement Programs (Hybrid) NYC, Long Island, NY & Newark, NJ
Core
Manage the design, administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of U.S. employee retirement programs, serving as a key subject matter expert for the VP, US Benefits.
Role type
Senior IC benefits manager (retirement programs)
Builds
U.S. retirement plans and broader employee benefits programs
Domain
U.S. Employee Benefits / Retirement Planning
Required skills
U.S. employee benefits administration, ERISA compliance, Form 5500 filings, retirement plan design, vendor management, regulatory reporting, process improvement, stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
Broad-based benefits background (health, leave, financial protection), HRIS/Payroll system integration, fiduciary oversight, RFP management, legislative analysis
Technologies
ERISA, Internal Revenue Code, DOL regulations, HRIS systems, Payroll systems, Form 5500
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day retirement plan administration and compliance; Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors on plan operations; Coordinate annual compliance testing, audits, and reporting; Support retirement program strategy and design enhancements; Develop and oversee retirement education and communication strategies; Monitor vendor performance and manage relationships; Lead internal controls and audit support for plan processes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
