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Title: Benefit Manager
Pay Rate: $50/hr - $65/hr
Location: Remote (EST or CST)
Type: 12-month contract
Must Haves:

• 15+ years of experience in Benefits
• Background in BenAdmin, Medical, 401k, and Rx (Candidates without these skills will not be considered)
• Understanding of laws and their impact on benefit plans, with the ability to work closely with internal and external legal counsel
• Experience in evaluating and enhancing existing benefit programs

Job Description:
Comprehensive Benefit Administration:

• Oversee and ensure compliance for US benefit programs, including medical/pharmacy, Spending and Saving Accounts, and Benefits Administration
• Manage vendor performance, account management, review meetings, and onsite visits

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement improvements in benefit administration to deliver an outstanding employee experience
• Analyze utilization and financial data of benefit plans, recommend strategies to address trends, and review rates/renewals and performance guarantees with benefit plan analysts

Collaboration:

• Partner with the Health Benefits lead to implement changes for company-sponsored benefit groups
• Work with the Communications team and other benefits plan members to develop, implement, and manage benefit plan communication materials

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with federal laws, including ERISA and the Internal Revenue Code, for assigned benefit plans
• Collaborate with legal counsel to develop required notices, plan amendments, plan documents, and other necessary documentation

Data-Driven Evaluation:

• Use a data-driven approach to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of current programs

Employee Assistance:

• Assist, advise, and counsel employees and dependents on complex or sensitive benefit-related questions via email, phone, walk-ups, and drop-in sessions

Qualifications:

• College degree required; master's degree is a plus

General Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Good understanding of the industry and associated business challenges and opportunities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178 .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.