Retirement Benefits Manager – Operations
LOCATION: New York, New York
COMPENSATION: Base salary up to $180K; Competitive Performance-Based Bonus; Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; Transit Program; generous Paid Time Off; Competitive 401K with firm contribution; and much more!
OVERVIEW: Seeking a highly motivated and organized Retirement Benefits Manager to provide direct support to the Chief Benefits Officer. This role will use analytical, organizational and communication skills to manage the day-to-day operations and administration of the qualified retirement plans.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Stay up to date on emerging federal, state and local leave laws
- Coordinate and oversee day-to-day operations of the administration of the Firm’s retirement plans
- Manage and maintain all participant records
- Create and maintain all qualified retirement plans administrative procedures and training materials
- Adhere to all plan documents and applicable IRS regulations
- Complete the annual retirement plan regulatory activities
- Participate and complete the annual audits of the retirement plans
- Work with other Benefits Department staff members to develop plans specific communications
- Recommend and implement changes and improvements
- Participate in the interviewing and selection process of employees
- Arrange accommodation process in accordance with ADA guidelines and maintain files and documentation
- Communicate effectively with employees and answer questions regarding benefits, eligibility, changes, accommodations, special circumstances, problem resolution, and compliance issues
- Ensure compliance with IRS regulations
- Manage third-party vendor relationships
- Manage staff members to ensure accurate and timely completion of day-to-day responsibilities
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 7+ years of defined contribution and defined benefit plans experience
- 2+ years of progressive team leadership or supervisory experience
- 1+ years of Workday benefit and/or payroll experience
- Strong knowledge of HRIS applications
- Strong computer skills; high proficiency in Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Word and MS Excel
- Able to manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously, with a strong ability to prioritize, organize and work effectively with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrates good judgment in communication verbally and in writing
- Able to communicate effectively with employees at all levels, firm management, and attorneys
- Able to maintain the utmost confidentiality
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Works well under pressure and in a collaborative environment
- Analytical thinker and problem solver
