Develops plan change recommendations to ensure programs are competitive, cost-competitive and aligned with company strategy and oversees implementation of approved changes.
Select and regularly evaluate all third-party vendors and service providers to ensure programs are managed by high quality firms.
Manage 401(k) plan including resolving any issues and auditing to ensure compliance.
Oversees day-to-day management of the Company’s U.S., Canadian and other international employee benefit and leave plans to ensure the plans meet strategic objectives.
Requirements
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, finance or related field
Experience with Workday
Proficiency with PowerPoint, Word, One Note, SharePoint and high-level proficiency in Excel Ability to manage multiple critical, time-sensitive projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines.
Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to group goals.
Technical Proficiency: Mastery of relevant software, tools, or technologies.
The fine print Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
Benefits
Job description This position is responsible for the daily administration of the company’s health, welfare, and 401(k) benefit plans including leave and disability accommodation requests. The
Manage U.S. and Canadian employee benefit programs to ensure the attraction, retention and motivation of employees, including but not limited to retirement plans (defined contribution), health & welfare plans (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSAs, HRAs, HSAs, EAP, student debt, transit, and voluntary programs), and may include Workers’ Compensation, and retiree benefits.
Manages all third-party vendor relationships (i.e., Lockton, Fidelity, Health Equity, BCBSIL, MetLife, Lincoln Financial, etc.) to ensure efficient and effective administration of all benefit plans.
experience in direct benefit administration Strong working knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, Section 125, FMLA, ADA, Workers’ Compensation, Affordable Health Care Act and federal and state laws regarding retirement benefits.
Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality in all matters related to employee compensation and
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #LI-hybrid A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at the time of posting is below.
Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.
Actual base salary within the specified range is comprised of several components, including but not limited to applicant's skill, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and the location of the position.
This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance).
Our benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits.
Base Salary Range $130,000 - $150,000 To learn more, visit www.antares.com .
Additional details
Benefits Manager will work closely with the SVP of Total Rewards to facilitate new hire orientation, the annual open enrollment process, and run the day-to-day administration of Antares’ benefit programs and leave administration while ensuring programs remain competitive and compliant with applicable law.
Monitors internal metrics, industry and workforce trends, as well as regulatory and legislative changes, working with HR leadership and strategic business units to help create corporate benefits strategy.
Develops and executes change management and communication strategies to ensure all parties are fully informed of benefit plan changes and improve employee understanding, promote consumerism and foster appreciation of the value of all Company-sponsored benefit programs and services to employees through employment life cycle, including new hires, open enrollment, retirement and respond to day-to-day issues.
Continually evaluate internal and external administrative processes.
Assist with annual Open Enrollment process including development of materials, communications, Workday system configuration, testing and auditing.
requirements are met including testing, auditing, Form 5500 filings, EEO-1 reports, required notices and 1095-C reporting/filing.