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Element Materials Technology Senior Benefits Manager - Americas in Blue Ash, Ohio
Overview
OurHRTeamis currently seeking anexperienced Senior Benefits Manager – Americas .Thisnewly created rolewillberesponsible forleadingthe benefitsteam, putting the employee experience at the center.
Specifically, you willbe responsible forfacilitatingthestrategy,designand administration of Elementsbenefitsofferings, to ensure Element is competitive in the market, and providesworld-classexperienceforour employees. You will also support in the due diligence and integration of newlyacquiredcompanies as Element plans to double in size within the next 5 years.
This role will report directly to theDirector, HR OperationsAmericas.
Responsibilities
Manage the deliveryand implementationof employee benefit programsin the US and Canada,includingretirement, health and welfare,life insurance,leave of absence,andother value-addplans,
Ensure compliance of U.S.& Canadabenefit programs with regulations, including HIPAA, COBRA, ACA reporting, benefits Non-Discrimination Testing, and other national and local regulatory filings, legal disclosures, and benefits notices.
Monitor and reconcile data betweensystemsand benefits vendorsacross US & Canadato ensure accuracy across all platforms.
Serve asElementbenefitssubject matter expert.
Leadtheopenenrollment processesensuring employee experience is smooth and seamless.
Manageall relevant renewals process such as external vendors, brokers, benefit plan providers etc.
Research and resolve escalated issues from third-party vendors, HR, or employees.
Identifyopportunities for process improvements and make recommendations to increase efficiency.
Lead implementation of any changes and additions to benefit offerings.
Review contractual terms and service level agreements of third-party providers to ensure they best meet Elementneeds.Whereappropriate, develop preferred provider relationships with third party providers to save costs and improve service.
Work closely with key benefits brokers in US &Canada.
Keep abreast of developments in the external market to ensure the Elementofferingremainscontemporary and enables the attraction and retention of talent in a cost-effective way.
Working with the HR M&A function and external vendors asappropriate, support the due diligence of new acquisition, to include compliance of benefit plans,benchmarkingagainst Element plans, and provide analysis and recommendationsregardingintegration.
Working with the HR and Corporate Communications team, manage allBenefitscommunications to employees.
Skills / Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
7+ years of corporatebenefits experience
Experience leading abenefits team orbeing responsible forbenefits in the US and Canada
Experience with all relevant regulatory and compliance requirements, ensuringappropriate governanceand controls
Highproficiencyin Microsoft Officetools
Demonstrated strong analytical skills; able to understand the big picture while also delving into system configurations and data file contents, as the needs require.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders, working comfortably with ambiguity and with a high sense of urgency.
Resilient and able to respond under pressure
Strong project management skills
Able to work autonomously & provide independent opinions
Desired Qualifications
Experiencein leading or supportingBenefitsin Canada
Experience with Dayforce(Ceridian)Benefits Administration
Experience in leading or supporting Benefits inMexico
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Company Overview
Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.
When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.
While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.
Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
Diversity Statement
At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
Job Locations US-OH-Blue Ash
ID 2024-15194