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Job description
Our Downtown Houston client is seeking an experienced and detail-orientedBenefits Supervisor to lead the administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs. This role will oversee day-to-day benefits operations while helping ensure programs remain competitive, cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with the organization’s overall people strategy.
The ideal candidate brings strong benefits expertise, a solid understanding of regulatory requirements, and the ability to balance hands-on administration with team leadership and strategic planning. This individual will also serve as a key resource for employees, leadership, vendors, and internal partners.
Responsibilities
Oversee the administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans.
Analyze benefit plan performance, utilization, costs, and trends and recommend opportunities for improvement.
Manage relationships with benefit vendors, brokers, and other external partners, including contract and renewal negotiations.
Ensure benefit programs remain compliant with applicable regulations, includingACA, ERISA, COBRA, and FMLA .
Oversee benefit enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and employee claims support.
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of benefits data within the HRIS and prepare related reporting and analysis.
Develop, manage, and monitor benefits budgets and associated expenses.
Lead employee benefits communications and education initiatives, including the annual open enrollment process.
Partner with leadership and HR on wellness initiatives, leave-related programs, and return-to-work efforts.
Provide guidance and oversight to benefits team members and specialists.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen controls, and enhance the overall employee benefits experience.
Qualifications
7+ years of benefits administration experience
Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, regulations, and compliance requirements
Previous leadership, supervisory, or team oversight experience
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate benefit costs, trends, and plan performance
Experience managing vendors and negotiating benefit-related contracts
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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