About this opportunity
MissionHires lists this Benefits Director - Houston, Texas opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
MissionHires is partnering with a leading healthcare organization to hire a Director of Benefits based in Houston, TX. This senior leader will own the strategy, design, execution, and continuous improvement of comprehensive health, welfare, and retirement programs. The role oversees compliance, vendor management, HRIS enablement, benefit communications, and a team of benefits professionals while aligning total rewards with organizational goals.
Bonus eligibility: 20–30%. No visa sponsorship available.
Responsibilities
Lead strategy, design, implementation, and administration of health, welfare, and retirement benefit programs
Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and applicable federal/state regulations
Own vendor relationships (consultants, brokers, actuaries, TPAs) and manage contract performance
Partner with HR leadership to align benefits with Total Rewards and organizational objectives
Continuously evaluate market competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and employee value of offerings
Develop, track, and report metrics to measure program effectiveness and ROI
Collaborate with HRIS and IT to optimize systems, automation, and employee benefits experience
Lead, mentor, and develop the benefits team; serve as escalation point for complex issues
Drive process improvements and operational excellence across benefits administration
Develop and execute benefits communication strategies to improve employee understanding and engagement
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years managing benefits programs, including design, implementation, and compliance
Direct experience within a healthcare environment
Expert knowledge of retirement plans (401(k), pension, 403(b)) and health & welfare programs
Proven leadership experience managing teams and driving strategic initiatives
Experience working with HRIS systems
Preferred: Master’s degree and/or CEBS, CBP certifications
Preferred: Experience developing wellness programs
Preferred: Exposure to value-based or alternative healthcare benefit models
Location: Houston, TX; Bonus eligibility 20–30%; No visa sponsorship available
Benefits
Bonus: 20–30%
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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