Company Name: Fried Frank
Location: Office locations in New York and DC. This can be a hybrid role.
Job Title: Benefits & Wellness Analyst
Date Posted: 09/257/2022

Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW

Serves as a subject matter expert in handling all responsibilities related to group insurance coverage and wellness program. Exercises discretion and independent judgment, when necessary.  Reports directly to the Manager of Benefits & Wellness. Works closely with the Human Resources Department and interacts frequently with all Directors, Managers, Administrative and Legal staff to provide excellent customer service to the NY, DC and foreign offices of the Firm when applicable.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the development and management of a comprehensive wellness program. They will research, analyze, and evaluate wellness plans, manage vendor relationships, facilitate the development of benefits communications, and support other activities of the Benefits team as needed.
• Develop and recommend strategies to improve health and wellbeing of employees, including increased utilization and program design. Evaluate the impact of wellness activities on plans and report related savings.
• Take lead on monthly invoice processing of all benefits.
• Conduct the benefits orientations for all newly hired legal and administrative staff including updates to the presentation materials to ensure accuracy.
• Manage the escalation of complaints to insurance carriers and internal management for issue resolution.
• Function as a liaison between benefits/insurance vendors and employees/partners for our benefit programs including ensuring benefit enrollments for New Hires, Life Event changes, HSA contribution changes, and Status Changes are captured and implemented in a timely manner.
• Assist in the administration of annual open enrollment for health & welfare plans.
• Process benefit enrollment and termination paperwork related to legal and administrative staff.
• Serve as back-up to Benefits Analyst for Leave Administration (FMLA, STD, and other leave requests).
• Compile and maintain benefits records and documents for the processing of Workers’ Compensation filings.
• Assist with special projects such as employee benefit webinars when necessary.
• Handle COBRA administration with insurers and participants including audit and invoices.
• Coordinate and communicate pension and 401-k provisions to employees.
• Audit benefit rates and employee charges on a monthly basis.
• Quarterly audit of Benefit Plans (medical, dental, vision and prescription) to ensure compliance with plan document.
• Work with insurance carriers to process claims for partners when requested.

Monitor the internal benefits portal (intranet) to ensure documents and data are up-to-date (e.g., Summary Plan descriptions).

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

             Education:  College degree required. Advanced degree preferred.

   Experience: 

• At least 5 years of work related experience in benefits.

Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, professional level staff, and peers.
• Ability to act in a professional manner and with a high degree of integrity at all times.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple assignments and work with highly confidential information. Must be able to work under pressure with frequent interruptions and tight deadlines.
• Ability to use independent judgment, problem solve, and answer questions.
• Familiarity with various software programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HRIS and use of the Internet.
• All positions require punctuality and regular attendance.

Contact Information:
Name: Soniya Dsouza
Email: Soniya.Dsouza@friedfrank.com
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ABOUT FRIED FRANK

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson is an elite Wall Street law firm with approximately 180 partners and over 400 attorneys, of whom are located in New York, Washington, London, Frankfurt and Brussels. The Firm’s origins date to the turn of the 20th century and the Firm is well-known for representing global financial institutions, investment banks, private equity firms and Fortune 500 corporations. Consistently highly ranked in league tables and legal directories, including Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500, the Firm is well-recognized for providing highly effective solutions to sophisticated business challenges.

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Company Name: Milliman
Location: Remote Position
Job Title: Benefits Manager
Date Posted: 10/277/2022

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the management and day-to-day administration of Milliman's health & welfare and retirement plans, leave of absence and paid time off program, and other benefits. The position ensures compliance with government regulations, recommends program changes to ensure a competitive market position, while effectively interacting with internal and external clients and peers. The position works closely with the Director of Rewards, Operations and Systems to facilitate strategic activities and projects. Provides internal advice, consulting services, and facilitates education and training to employees and practice administrators about benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for day-to-day benefit plan administration including managing vendor relationships, resolving escalated benefit and leave issues, regularly interfacing with vendors via email and telephone, review and payment of benefit invoices, and HRIS activities.
• Leadership and management of benefits and leaves team (benefits analysts and benefit specialist), including coaching, training/development, and timely feedback. Serve as a knowledgeable, proactive, and responsive resource to managers and employees. 
• Develop and maintain benefit related communications and materials for the purpose of educating and informing employees.
• Partner with external vendors, attorneys and internal resources to develop and maintain required documentation such as Plan Documents, Summary Plan Descriptions, notices, benefit process documentation, and historical plan records.
• Partner with HR Director and committees to evaluate and recommend changes to benefit plans and vendors as needed to ensure benefit programs remain competitive.
• Manage and partner with vendor/broker in RFP processes.
• Monitor and react to legislation to ensure compliance. Ensure governmental notices and filings are completed accurately and timely.
• Oversee and partner with benefits TPA and benefits team to manage ACA requirements. 
  Partner with broker and retirement plan record keeper to ensure the qualified status of IRS-qualified plans and the legal operation of other plans. Provide input to and review 5500 filings for accuracy.
• Manage timelines/project plans for all benefits related activities (annual open enrollment, benefit plan audits, 5500 preparation, fund changes, compliance testing, etc.); engaging vendors, brokers and benefits specialists as required.
• Leads benefit renewal process and oversee the open enrollment season for the health and welfare plans. 
• Partner with Payroll and HRIS Manager to ensure the HRIS meets benefits administration requirements; monitor data integrity. Actively participate in any HRIS vendor review, RFP, and conversion or upgrades. 
• Partner with Leave of Absence Benefit Administrator to develop and maintain company-wide leave process, documents, and tracking to ensure legal compliance. Provide guidance as needed.
• Effectively utilize available reporting tools and create reporting tools to interface with vendors, provide meaningful reports to management and support the necessary documentation and activities related to the responsibilities of the position.

Requirements:

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree In Human Resources Or related discipline.
• The ideal candidate must have minimum 7 years of experience administering health and welfare programs and 401(k) retirement plans including end-to-end annual cycle processes required. Experience must include administering plans for mid-size employers. (2,000 - 5,000 benefit eligible employees)
• Intermediate knowledge of leave administration and worker's compensation administration and legal compliance surrounding both.
• The ideal candidate must have minimum 3 years’ experience managing a team
• The ideal candidate must have advanced proficiency with Excel. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office, HRIS report-writing (Cognos preferred), and systems interface experience.
• Must have the ability to effectively manage large amounts of data and detail while communicating in a concise, efficient, helpful and timely manner.
• Must have the ability to exhibit a high attention to detail, strong analytic skills and numeric sense.
• Must have the ability to exercise wide latitude in judgment and apply effective decision-making techniques that align with company culture, goals and objectives.
• Must also play an active role in helping to define long-term objectives.
• Must have the ability to interact positively and productively (through written and verbal communications) across all levels of the organization, within the Human Resources department and with key external contacts.
• Must have the ability to utilize excellent written and verbal presentation skills when interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must have the ability to consistently meet deadlines, completing projects as previously defined without being prompted.
• Must have high level of confidentiality and discretion.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

• PHR or SPHR certification
• Active CEBS certification
• Experience with UltiPro
• Experience with Alight
• Experience with Broadspire

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Company Name: Milliman
Location: Various - Can be located in any Milliman office
Job Title: Benefits Manager
Date Posted: 04/117/2022

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the management and day-to-day administration of Milliman's health & welfare and retirement plans, leave of absence and paid time off program, and other benefits. The position ensures compliance with government regulations, recommends program changes to ensure a competitive market position, while effectively interacting with internal and external clients and peers. The position works closely with the Director of Rewards, Operations and Systems to facilitate strategic activities and projects. Provides internal advice, consulting services, and facilitates education and training to employees and practice administrators about benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for day-to-day benefit plan administration including managing vendor relationships, resolving escalated benefit and leave issues, regularly interfacing with vendors via email and telephone, review and payment of benefit invoices, and HRIS activities.
• Leadership and management of benefits and leaves team (benefits analysts and benefit specialist), including coaching, training/development, and timely feedback. Serve as a knowledgeable, proactive, and responsive resource to managers and employees. 
• Develop and maintain benefit related communications and materials for the purpose of educating and informing employees.
• Partner with external vendors, attorneys and internal resources to develop and maintain required documentation such as Plan Documents, Summary Plan Descriptions, notices, benefit process documentation, and historical plan records.
• Partner with HR Director and committees to evaluate and recommend changes to benefit plans and vendors as needed to ensure benefit programs remain competitive.
• Manage and partner with vendor/broker in RFP processes.
• Monitor and react to legislation to ensure compliance. Ensure governmental notices and filings are completed accurately and timely.
• Oversee and partner with benefits TPA and benefits team to manage ACA requirements. 
  Partner with broker and retirement plan record keeper to ensure the qualified status of IRS-qualified plans and the legal operation of other plans. Provide input to and review 5500 filings for accuracy.
• Manage timelines/project plans for all benefits related activities (annual open enrollment, benefit plan audits, 5500 preparation, fund changes, compliance testing, etc.); engaging vendors, brokers and benefits specialists as required.
• Leads benefit renewal process and oversee the open enrollment season for the health and welfare plans. 
• Partner with Payroll and HRIS Manager to ensure the HRIS meets benefits administration requirements; monitor data integrity. Actively participate in any HRIS vendor review, RFP, and conversion or upgrades. 
• Partner with Leave of Absence Benefit Administrator to develop and maintain company-wide leave process, documents, and tracking to ensure legal compliance. Provide guidance as needed.
• Effectively utilize available reporting tools and create reporting tools to interface with vendors, provide meaningful reports to management and support the necessary documentation and activities related to the responsibilities of the position.

Requirements:

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree In Human Resources Or related discipline.
• The ideal candidate must have minimum 7 years of experience administering health and welfare programs and 401(k) retirement plans including end-to-end annual cycle processes required. Experience must include administering plans for mid-size employers. (2,000 - 5,000 benefit eligible employees)
• Intermediate knowledge of leave administration and worker's compensation administration and legal compliance surrounding both.
• The ideal candidate must have minimum 3 years’ experience managing a team
• The ideal candidate must have advanced proficiency with Excel. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office, HRIS report-writing (Cognos preferred), and systems interface experience.
• Must have the ability to effectively manage large amounts of data and detail while communicating in a concise, efficient, helpful and timely manner.
• Must have the ability to exhibit a high attention to detail, strong analytic skills and numeric sense.
• Must have the ability to exercise wide latitude in judgment and apply effective decision-making techniques that align with company culture, goals and objectives.
• Must also play an active role in helping to define long-term objectives.
• Must have the ability to interact positively and productively (through written and verbal communications) across all levels of the organization, within the Human Resources department and with key external contacts.
• Must have the ability to utilize excellent written and verbal presentation skills when interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must have the ability to consistently meet deadlines, completing projects as previously defined without being prompted.
• Must have high level of confidentiality and discretion.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

• PHR or SPHR certification
• Active CEBS certification
• Experience with UltiPro
• Experience with Alight
• Experience with Broadspire

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Company Name: Weyerhaeuser
Location: Remote
Job Title: Benefits Manager
Date Posted: 05/124/2022

Description:

Are you an experienced benefits professional who has a passion for ensuring benefit compliance requirements are met and stakeholders are educated about the plans and programs available? This is a great leadership opportunity for someone seeking to lead a small team, partner with key stakeholders and make an impact!

This role is responsible for partnering with our benefits administration teams and other key stakeholders to ensure our U.S. and Canadian benefit plan offerings are compliant with federal, state/provincial, and local regulatory requirements and Weyerhaeuser policies. This position is also accountable for ensuring required compliance communications are distributed timely and accurately, as well as leading the production of content creation for benefit plan changes and general benefit plan education.

This position reports to the Vice President of Compensation, Benefits, & Shared Services. The preferred location for this position is Seattle, WA but this role is open to remote work-from-home accommodations for the right candidate, provided you are currently based (or are planning to move to) one of the following states Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Louisiana, Montana, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington. This role is not open to those who live in other states or countries.

Key job responsibilities

• Partner with benefit administration teams, legal, finance, tax, internal and external auditors, and other key partners to ensure benefit plans and programs are compliant with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• In partnership with benefits leaders, make recommendations for plan design, integration/implementation, funding options, and identify opportunities to improve plan performance and reduce unnecessary costs.
• Provide insight and guidance to benefits leadership, governance committees, and senior leaders on compliance considerations and risks of plan changes. 
• Accountable for accurate and timely government reporting and meeting compliance requirements for U.S. and Canadian benefit plans (defined contribution, defined benefit and health & welfare plans). Annual filings include multiple Form 5500s, PBGC forms, Master Trust filings, Summary Annual Reports, SMMs, Affordable Care Act reporting, and numerous Canadian filings.
• Maintain complex legal plan documents. Research and coordinate changes to plan provisions.
• Accountable for ensuring required compliance communications are distributed timely and accurately and
• Leading the team responsible for creating and distributing all benefits related communications to employees, retirees, HR professionals and company leaders.
• Responsible for the successful completion of required audits for all qualified benefit plans, working closely with compliance analyst, internal and external audit teams.
• Monitor and ensure compliance of non-discrimination testing for Section 125 Cafeteria Plans and defined contribution plans and confirm accuracy of results.
• Lead activities for and participate on Joint Pension Boards as a Trustee.
• Managing team budget and payment of plan expenses from various sources.
• May manage or support department tasks associated with company-wide projects or initiatives
• Responsible for leading a team, including activities such as setting goals, planning work, supervising work, evaluating job performance, and conducting salary reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, HR, or related field.
• 10+ years of combined experience in benefit plan compliance, governance, and plan and policy development.
• 8+ years of proven leadership experience.
• Deep knowledge of benefit plan regulations (i.e., ERISA, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, etc.).
• Proven history of collaborating effectively with people across a large, complex organization.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with complex and high-impact projects and programs.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships and partnerships.
• Deep knowledge of employee benefit plan design, along with the associated complexities of plan administration, associated payroll processes, regulatory requirements, and benefits program taxability.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills - ability to interface with all levels of the organization and influence business leaders.
• Experience with HRMS/HCM systems

 

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About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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Company Name: JCPenney
Location: Plano, Texas
Job Title: Benefits Manager - Health & Welfare
Date Posted: 09/249/2022

Description:

The Benefits Manager will lead the administration of the company's health and welfare programs with minimal oversight from Director of Benefits.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with vendors to understand the competitiveness of our health and welfare offering
• Recommend potential changes to leaders
• Primary contact for external vendors administering company-wide health and welfare programs
• Closely work with internal associates in our Finance, Treasury, Payroll, Legal and HRIS teams to ensure ongoing day to day administration is appropriately administered
• Prepare and present all materials for Benefits Administration Committee
• Assist management with the updating SPDs, SMMs, plan highlight documents
• Lead the project management of new program implementation and system changes
• Primary contact for associate escalations for health and welfare related issues

Requirements:

Core Competencies & Accomplishments

• BA/BS degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field or related work experience
• 4 years prior benefits or retirement experience strongly preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to produce results with tight deadlines and demands for information requiring thorough thought, research and analysis
• Ability to interact with internal and external customers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Contact Information:
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About JCPenney

JCPenney is the shopping destination for diverse, working American families. With inclusivity at its core, the Company's product assortment meets customers' everyday needs and helps them commemorate every special occasion with style, quality and value. JCPenney offers a broad portfolio of fashion, apparel, home, beauty and jewelry from national and private brands and provides personal services including salon, portrait and optical. The Company and its 50,000 associates worldwide serve customers where, when and how they want to shop - from jcp.com to more than 650 stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. In 2022, JCPenney celebrates 120 years as an iconic American brand by continuing its legacy of connecting with customers through shopping and community engagement. Please visit JCPenney's Newsroom to learn more and follow JCPenney on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

What You Get

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise.

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Company Name: Air Line Pilots Association, International
Location: Seattle, Washington
Job Title: Benefits Specialist
Date Posted: 09/244/2022

Description:

The Air Line Pilots Association, International, the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world (representing over 65,000 pilots at 40 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Benefits Specialist for our Seattle, Washington office.  The Benefits Specialist helps to develop and implement the Alaska Airlines (ALA) Master Executive Council’s goals by providing professional and technical support to the Alaska Airlines pilots in the understanding of the Alaska welfare and retirement benefit programs, specifically, Group Life, Health, Dental, Disability, Retirement Plans (both defined benefit and defined contribution plans), and Section 125 Plans.  They also provide continuity by establishing relationships with company representatives, ALPA staff, and outside service providers such as investment managers, trustees, third party administrators (TPAs), insurance brokers, CPAs, actuaries, and claims adjustors.

They provide support to the pilot group concerning their company- and union-sponsored employee benefit programs, including defined benefit pension plan, 401(k), disability, health (medical, dental, vision, and account-based programs), life, and AD&D.  Working with experienced staff in the MEC office and ALPA national office, the Benefits Specialist works closely with and supports the members of the pilot group’s Master Executive Council (MEC) Retirement & Insurance (R&I) Committee, as well as functions as an in-house consultant to other MEC committees in the area of employee benefits, and as a daily contact in the MEC Office for individual pilots, providing information and assistance in the benefits area. 

They will develop and conduct regularly scheduled benefits-related seminars for pilots, as well as prepare PowerPoint presentations and strategic communications.  They also work with the company to resolve benefits issues for members.  Because they work with members of the MEC, MEC committees, and other ALPA staff to provide the required benefit consulting expertise for the member or project under consideration, the successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of benefits, current trends and legislation, and will be expected to maintain knowledge in these areas. 

Local, national, and international travel:  5 – 10%.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant area from an accredited college or university is required; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) or more years of experience working in employee benefits required, ten (10) or more years strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of the design, operation, and legal requirements of defined benefit plans; 401(k) plans; self-insured disability plans; and, other welfare benefits required.
• Working knowledge of laws on benefits and compensation required.
• Airline and/or union experience a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with MEC members, MEC committees, individual members, internal staff, and external contacts.
• Experience preparing PowerPoint presentations and other strategic communications.
• Experience in developing and planning a project from concept to go-live.
• Certification as an Employee Benefits Paralegal or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) preferred but not required.
• Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.

  Physical Demands:

Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.

Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.

Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally, nationally, and internationally).  Also includes occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.

Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)

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Company Name: Fried Frank
Location: New York and Washington DC Hybrid
Job Title: Global Compensation Manager
Date Posted: 06/157/2022

Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting into the Director of HR Operations, Compensation Manager is responsible for implementing and managing all Global compensation programs, policies and procedures across US and European locations, to align with the company's goals and competitive practices. This position is also responsible for ensuring that company compensation programs are consistently administered in compliance with internal policies and government regulations. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages the development, implementation and administration of compensation programs for attorney and staff populations in US and European offices.
• Monitors the effectiveness of existing compensation practices and recommends changes that are cost-effective and consistent with compensation trends and corporate objectives.
• Responsible for conceptualizing and communicating the overall compensation philosophy for staff population. Designs creative solutions to specific compensation-related programs and incentive plans.
• Partners with HR business partners, lead and administer annual compensation cycles globally in a timely manner. Provides advice to corporate staff on pay decisions, policy interpretations, and job evaluations. Develop and present timelines, guiding principles, stakeholder roles and expectations. Ensure strict adherence to deadlines.
• Partners with finance to determine annual salaries budget and to adjust forecasts as necessary throughout the year.
• Oversees the participation in salary surveys for staff employees and monitors salary survey data to ensure corporate compensation objectives are achieved.
• Develops, compiles and presents comprehensive compensation models to obtain executive approvals. Ensures accuracy and identifies budgetary risks as a result of market pressures, business performance, etc.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state and local compensation laws and regulations.
• Lead Compensation projects related to further improvement of firm’s Global compensation philosophy. Work closely with HRIS team to provide Compensation technology enhancements in support of annual compensation processes.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  College degree required. Advanced degree preferred.          

Experience: 

• At least 7 years of work related experience in Compensation management.
• Law firm experience preferred, but not required

Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of all federal, state and local regulations and compliance requirements related to employee compensation.
• Strong analytical and actuarial skills. Ability to interpret and communicate data.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including Excel.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to plan and set priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with senior management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, professional level staff, and peers.
• Ability to act in a professional manner and with a high degree of integrity at all times.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple assignments and work with highly confidential information.
• Must be able to work under pressure with frequent interruptions and tight deadlines.
• Ability to use independent judgment, problem solve, and answer questions.

Contact Information:
Email: musa.agamirza@friedfrank.com
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ABOUT FRIED FRANK

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson is an elite Wall Street law firm with approximately 170 partners and over 400 attorneys, of whom are located in New York, Washington, London, Frankfurt and Brussels. The Firm’s origins date to the turn of the 20th century and the Firm is well-known for representing global financial institutions, investment banks, private equity firms and Fortune 500 corporations. Consistently highly ranked in league tables and legal directories, including Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500, the Firm is well-recognized for providing highly effective solutions to sophisticated business challenges.

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Company Name: Fried Frank
Location: New York and Washington DC Hybrid
Job Title: HRIS & HR Project Administrator
Date Posted: 06/154/2022

Description:

The HRIS & HR Project Administrator will be part of the HR Shared Services team and report to the Sr. Manager of HRIS, HR Policy, Projects and Analytics. They will work in partnership with the rest of the HR Shared Services team. They will provide project management support and leadership to implement key strategic projects. They will support implementation and/or management of HR applications such as HCM, ATS or compensation system, contribute to maintaining systems configuration and conduct on-going administration of the HR information systems.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

 HRIS & Other Systems Operations

• Manage and maintain HR applications including system upgrades, security, configuration and improvements
• Administer permissions, access, personalization, and similar system operations and settings for HR services users
• Ensure system compliance with employment laws, data security and privacy requirements
• Maintain knowledge of trends and developments in data management and security, HR technology, and HRIS applications
• Recommend, implement, and plan for improvements, enhancements, and new applications to the system
• Provide administrative support (i.e.: data entry, audits, basic reporting query) and customer service to internal employees
• Support employee life cycle and data management process

 Project Management

• Support implementation and timely delivery of key strategic initiatives or process improvements within HR (i.e.: compensation system, onboarding workflow)
• Support all aspects of the project life cycle including discovery, document gathering and planning
• Identify and document goals and requirements of each project
• Research, collect information and data on market trends, best practices and legislation relevant to projects
• Document project current state and analysis, feasibility analysis as needed
• Create and maintain project documentation including timelines, resources plan and risks
• Track, forecast and report on project progress including metrics and challenges: prepare presentation and status reports
• Handle operational aspects: meeting coordination, meeting minutes and logistics
• Support change management: stakeholder analysis, change approach, training materials and communications

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Education: College degree preferred with major in system and project management

Experience:  About ten years of experience in system management and at least five years of project management within HR, work related experience within professional services preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Strong experience and knowledge of HR-related software and databases, experience in managing HR systems. In-depth experience in project management, technical acumen, process mapping, people skills. Organizational skills with the ability to deliver excellence within budget and in a timely manner. Communication skills with the ability to adapt to different audience and communication styles. Effectively communicate with and present to all levels of staff and peers. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple assignments. Ability to use independent judgment, problem-solve, be creative and answer questions. Ability to act in a professional manner with a high degree of integrity and maintain confidentiality. Attention to detail and accuracy is essential.

Contact Information:
Email: musa.agamirza@friedfrank.com
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ABOUT FRIED FRANK

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson is an elite Wall Street law firm with approximately 170 partners and over 400 attorneys, of whom are located in New York, Washington, London, Frankfurt and Bruseels. The Firm’s origins date to the turn of the 20th century and the Firm is well-known for representing global financial institutions, investment banks, private equity firms and Fortune 500 corporations. Consistently highly ranked in league tables and legal directories, including Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500, the Firm is well-recognized for providing highly effective solutions to sophisticated business challenges.

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Company Name: Milliman
Location: Remote Position
Job Title: HRIS Manager
Date Posted: 10/277/2022

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing vision, leadership, planning, project coordination and management of the human resources information system (HRIS), while concurrently facilitating efficient operations to meet current and future business needs throughout the organization. Responsible for analyzing and directing all functional related activities within the scope of the HRIS, managing all human capital data.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for ownership and stewardship of all company-wide people data through the HRIS system of record.
• Provide critical thinking and influence by linking strategic objectives to long range plans including strategy development, resource allocation, work plans, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
• Innovate business processes, lead transformational change, and drive organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Provide overall prioritization of HRIS team day-to-day work assignments and resources in support of HR functions.
• Prepare and participate in creating staff development. plans. Recruit, train, coach HRIS staff.
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with HRIS constituents, including senior management and the HRIS customer base. Serve as an interface between internal/external customers and the functional team members to ensure effective definition of and delivery of HRIS applications.
• Provide support for HRIS, including researching and resolving HRIS problems, unexpected results or process flaws; performing scheduled activities; recommending solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements.
• Assist in the review, testing, and implementation of HRIS upgrades or patches.
• Collaborates with functional and technical staff to coordinate application of upgrade or fix.
• Maintain HRIS tables. Document processes and results. Maintain security and workflow.
• Recommend and implement process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy with approval by appropriate leadership prior to implementation.
• Serve as a key liaison with third parties and other stakeholders (e.g. payroll). Use project management skills in managing projects. May provide overall project management for a given HR initiative.
• Write, maintain and support a variety of reports or queries using appropriate reporting tools. Assist in the development of standard reports for ongoing customer needs. Help maintain data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data.
• Develop user procedures, guidelines, and documentation. Train clients on new processes/functionality. Train new system users.
• Maintain awareness of current trends in HRIS with a focus on product and service development, delivery and support, and applying key technologies. Examine trends in information systems training, materials, and techniques. Through classes, reading, CBTs or other mechanisms, continuously increase both HR knowledge and HRIS application/tools knowledge. Participate in user group meetings/conferences.
• Responsible for institutionalizing metric-based decision making, leading change, and effectively managing the performance of a team
• Responsible for the coaching and mentoring of a team in resolving escalated issues, managing complex client concerns, and engaging in analytical assessments to help drive decision making
• Lead cross-functional change programs and provide subject matter expertise and industry best practices related to business transformation
• Oversee and provide direction to multi-disciplinary project teams regarding HR systems and business processes
• Develop and lead regular review of strategic portfolio to identify and mitigate risk, solve problems, and manage crises, act as information conduit for senior leadership team
• Develop and mentor staff; build and maintain employee morale, offer open communication, and deliver performance evaluations

Requirements:

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• BS Degree
• The ideal candidate must have minimum 7 years of experience managing human capital data in an HRIS system.
• The ideal candidate must have strong experience across the Human Resource functions including Core HR, Self Service, Payroll, Benefits, Time and Labor, Workforce Management (UKG Dimensions), and Talent Management
• The ideal candidate must have proven success designing, implementing, maintaining, auditing, modifying, and administering complex payroll/HRIS systems
• Must have the ability to manage multiple, dynamic priorities with strong sense of urgency; able to deliver under pressure
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain successful, collaborative relationships and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Must have previous experience with case management and web-based portal framework tools in a shared services environment
• Must have demonstrated problem solving, management and decision-making skills, with the ability to apply critical thinking, flexibility, and a creative approach to solving system-related issues
• Must have the ability to work without significant direction, and able to navigate ambiguous conditions
• Must be able to lead and manage a diverse team
• Must be proficient with report writing
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

• Experience with UKG/UltiPro

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Company Name: Ropes & Gray LLP
Location: New York or Boston
Job Title: Human Resources/ Benefits Coordinator
Date Posted: 04/117/2022

Description:

Job Summary

The Benefits Coordinator will serve as the primary point of contact for inquires from lawyers and support team members and will be responsible for a broad range of administrative functions supporting the benefits and well-being team. These functions include, but are not limited to, administration of employee benefits programs, oversight of benefits enrollment, invoicing, and managing benefits general deductions. The Benefits Coordinator will be a benefits subject matter expert and will work with lawyers and support team members to resolve questions, issues, and provide information and education.

Essential Functions

• Manage Benefits inbox and phone line, providing optimal experience for firm members
• Create self-billing invoices and monitor incoming vendor invoices
• Manage general deduction process
• Resolve issues in partnership with applicable benefits vendors and internal resources
• Participate in annual open enrollment, providing information, education, and enrollment support
• Perform benefits new hire orientation
• Provide auditing and reporting support
• Participate in broader Benefits and Well-Being and Human Resources projects as applicable

Requirements:

Education, Experience and Skills

• 2 years benefits experience.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to present virtually or in-person to small groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Outlook and Excel.
• Experience using human resources information systems (PeopleSoft preferred).
• Excellent written and oral communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude, good attention to detail, critical evaluation skills and commitment to excellent customer service.
• Organized team player, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Professional, flexible and able to work independently or under the direction of managers.
• Able to perform under stressful conditions in a thoughtful and courteous manner.
• Maintains discretion and confidentiality while working to resolve sensitive member issues.

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About Ropes & Gray

Ropes & Gray LLP is a preeminent global law firm focused on providing the highest-quality advice on our clients’ critical legal and business issues. Our global team of 2,500 talented professionals regularly helps clients meet high-stakes challenges, solve complex problems and achieve key goals.  These colleagues work together across a global office network that includes offices in Boston, Chicago, Hong Kong, London, New York, San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Tokyo, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.

We are a contemporary firm that can bring more than 150 years of legal and institutional history to bear on the challenges clients face in today’s 24/7 global business environment. Our collaborative approach gives our clients—which include many of the world’s most respected companies and institutions—ready access to leading corporate, litigation, transactional and regulatory lawyers whose knowledge and experience span industries and geographies.

With an international presence, we focus on a number of key industries, including private equity; asset management; life sciences and health care; investment banking; technology, media and telecommunications; and consumer and retail.  Our clients include global industry leaders, financial institutions, investment firms, private equity firms, hospitals and health care organizations, educational institutions, and individuals.

We have consistently been recognized for our leading practices in many areas, including private equity, M&A, finance, asset management, real estate, tax, antitrust, life sciences, health care, intellectual property, litigation & enforcement, privacy & cybersecurity, and business restructuring.

Ropes & Gray is an equal opportunity employer.

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Company Name: Publix
Location: Lakeland, Florida
Job Title: Manager of Benefits Design, Group Benefits - Lakeland
Date Posted: 03/62/2022

Description:

Description

The Manager of Benefits Design manages and supports innovation and development efforts related to Publix’s health, welfare, voluntary benefits and wellness plans and programs across the company.  This position is responsible for research, development and/or implementation of strategic benefits-critical initiatives that support and promote the benefits vision; being passionately focused on helping our associates live happier, healthier and more successful lives; being committed to doing what’s right and building a culture where our associates feel personally valued as individuals and proud to own our company; and offering our associates an engaging and personalized employment experience with meaningful benefits.
Additional responsibilities include:
• participating on and/or leading strategic or benefits-critical teams that are innovative and new to Publix or the benefits industry
• compiling and analyzing information to identify current and emerging health trends, risks, quality of life issues and personal effectiveness opportunities for Publix associates and their family members
• managing relationships with third party vendors for new benefits plans and programs.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field or equivalent experience
  • at least five (5) years of progressive responsibility in the benefits field with at least two (2) years managing others
  • knowledge of leading employee benefits plans, programs and strategies, and of the general status of the employee benefits field
  • strong change management skills
  • ability to build consensus and buy-in with senior leadership
  • knowledge of various laws and regulations which may affect the administration of the benefit plans, including ERISA, PPACA, MHPAEA, COBRA, WHCRA, NMHPA, QMCSO, IRC Section 125, IRC Section 79, HIPAA, FMLA, ADEA, ADA, USERRA, MSP, EEO and PDA.
  • knowledge of the administration of health and welfare plans at a large employer
  • knowledge of financial principles
  • knowledge of project management and Continuous Quality Improvement principles
  • strong analytical abilities (this includes the ability to evaluate complex ideas and solutions)
  • knowledge of vendor procurement principles, including (but not limited to) RFPs, price, service/performance fee/contract negotiation
  • ability to interpret and apply legal documents, plan documents, regulations and government legislation
  • strong communication skills; both verbal and written
  • ability to demonstrate a high level of maturity and tact
  • ability and skill to handle conflict to effectively interact with associates, family members, medical providers, attorneys and others
  • intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, Teams and Access
  • basic knowledge of data warehouse analytics capabilities
  • willingness to be flexible
  • willingness to occasionally travel overnight as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration
  • five (5) or more years of progressive responsibility working with self-insured health plans and welfare and voluntary benefit plans administration and design for a company similar in size to Publix or the retail industry, with five (5) years managing others
  • Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) certification or Group Benefits Associate (GBA)
  • knowledge of the administration of welfare and voluntary benefit plans and self-insured health plans and the procedures of Group Benefits and H&W Technical Administration
  • knowledge of the operational processes and requirements of other business areas within Publix, such as Human Resources, Payroll and Risk Management
  • advanced knowledge of Mainframe systems, QMF query writing capabilities (SQL), SAP HR (including AdHoc query writing), Publix’s host system and PASSport
  • advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, Teams and Access
  • intermediate knowledge of systems used by key third Party Vendors, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and OptumRx
  • intermediate knowledge of data warehouse analytics capabilities

Compensation:

Minimum Base Pay: 6,835/month
Maximum Base Pay: 10,265/month
Potential Annual Pay with Bonus: 88,855 - 133,445

Year End Bonus
As a year-end bonus to associates, Publix issues one month’s extra pay (pro-rated in the first year) each year if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check that year. This is calculated as a 13th month of pay in the Potential Annual Pay with Bonus line above.

Benefits Information

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health plan (with prescription benefits)
• Group dental plan
• Group vision plan
• Sick pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance (with accidental death & dismemberment benefits)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vacation pay
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
• Paycheck direct deposit
• Credit union
• Access to over 50 discount offers including discounts on computer, vehicle and wireless purchases
• 6 paid holidays (associates can exchange the following holidays with their manager’s approval: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day).

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Company Name: Council on Employee Benefits
Location: Remote Position
Job Title: Manager, Membership Services
Date Posted: 06/171/2022

Description:

About CEB

For more than 75 years, CEB has been a trusted place where passionate benefits professionals from leading companies and global brands gather for one purpose – to learn from each other. We support the very people who are impacting business results and the lives of their associates every day.

We do this in a very unique environment of confidentiality and trust so that each person can safely share their own expertise and learn from others. A true benefits intelligence co-op.

Our goal is simple: Helping members feel more confident in a complex and ever-changing world.

Description
Working with the Executive Director, the Manager, Membership Services will be responsible for the management of CEB’s member relations for both member companies and individual delegates.  This will be done with the primary goals of maintaining and renewing existing members, along with recruiting new member companies.

This position can be flexible with a minimum of 20 hours/week up to a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular outreach
• Solicit ongoing member feedback
• Develop and implement a knowledge database of member activities/projects in order to connect members working on similar activities/projects
• Using information gained, work with the Executive Director on Peer-to-Peer webinar and Vendor Spotlight program development
• Develop member communications on all aspects of CEB membership to include:
  • Written communications
  • Website content
  • Social media content (LinkedIn)
• Work with Executive Director in supporting all committee work to help drive member service excellence
  • Assist Membership & Nominating Committee in efforts on member recruitment and retention
  • Assist those working on regional meetings with possible member topics and ideas
  • Assist Professional Development Committee with potential initiatives
• Assist Executive Director with all annual conference planning activities as it relates to maintaining a premier member experience
• Complete other member related activities as assigned

Requirements:

Skills Required

• A working knowledge of the Employee Benefits industry
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality member service
• Program planning, implementation and evaluation experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage, facilitate and present to committees and member groups
• Knowledge and/or experience of the Council on Employee Benefits is preferred

Contact Information:
Name: Bob Arthur
Phone: 413-644-6034
Email: barthur@ceb.org

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Company Name: Light & Wonder
Location: Las Vegas (Hybrid), Nevada
Job Title: Senior Benefits Analyst
Date Posted: 05/126/2022

Description:

Job Summary:

The Senior Benefits Analyst provides technical and organizational support to the Director, Benefits primarily over data integrity and compliance. As a member of the Benefits Department, the Senior Analyst will work closely with the other members of the HR team to coordinate, initiate and complete a wide-variety of dynamic U.S. and global benefits tasks, including with respect to medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other ancillary plans. The Benefits Analyst will compile, analyze, and report data including employee, plan financials for strategic benefits planning and evaluation. Additionally, the Senior Benefits Analyst provides benefit plan interpretation, guidance and counsel to employees, HRIS representatives, HRBPs, and managers.

Essential Job Functions:

• Partner with HRIT & Workday consultants to ensure the integrity of all benefit integrations, including implementation, payroll, and carrier files
• Oversee the required reporting & benefits compliance obligations in collaboration with our benefits consultant (i.e. 5500, non-discrimination testing, COBRA, ACA, etc.)
• Collaborate with our Global HRBPs and international benefits consultant to ensure the competitiveness and effectiveness of our non-US benefit offerings
• Analyze & resolve employees’ issues surrounding our medical/dental/vision plans, savings & spending accounts, voluntary benefits, and COBRA
• Assist with aspects of leave of absences, short-term and long-term disability as a point of contact for LOA/benefit-related questions; work directly with managers, employees, and carriers to resolve issues
• Ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and engage in an interactive process with employees
• Provide operational and administrative support for special projects as needed, such as open enrollment, benefit events, wellness programs, and 5500 filings
• Create and ensure accuracy of monthly self-billing reports for all health, basic life, basic AD&D, voluntary Life, AD&D, disability, FMLA, and accident and critical Illness coverage. Review, track and process all other monthly benefits invoices.
• Coordinate with external vendors regarding COBRA and qualifying event administration
• Understand and implement health reform reporting requirements and ACA responsibilities
• Serve as liaison with various benefit plan carriers/vendors, fostering effective relationships with external benefits consultant, insurers, third-party administrators and others
• Complete additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree. CEBS or other benefits certification a plus. Previous benefits experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirements

Required Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of U.S. self-insured benefit experience. Minimum of 2 years of global benefits experience

Preferred Experience:

Workday experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent analytical critical thinking and financial analytical skills with and ability to synthesize & present complex information effectively, and an ability to plan, forecast, and exercise sound judgment
• Demonstrated project management skills and a successful track record for bringing highly complex, cross-functional projects to completion
• Strong attention to detail and passion for high-quality work product
• Technical acumen specifically advanced Microsoft Office skills – specifically MS Excel.

Physical Requirements: Office environment

Light & Wonder and its affiliates (collectively, “L&W”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses. As a result, certain L&W employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, L&W requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with L&W (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to L&W conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.

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Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

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