Benefits Manager

The Donohoe Companies, Inc.

$90K — $100K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in benefits or HR, including leadership responsibilities.
  • Deep knowledge of benefits administration, compliance, and industry best practices.
  • Advanced proficiency in HRIS platforms and expert-level Excel skills.
  • Strong analytical mindset with ability to translate data into actionable strategy.
  • Exceptional communication skills with a customer-focused, approachable style.
  • High level of discretion, confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary resource for day-to-day employee benefits questions.
  • Act as trusted resource for employees and managers on benefits policies.
  • Administer leave of absence and disability processes.
  • Support employee engagement through clear communications and outreach initiatives.
  • Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, and life insurance.
  • Process enrollments, changes, terminations, and payroll deductions accurately.
  • Manage compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and related regulations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and flexible scheduling.
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP).
  • Professional development opportunities.
Full Job Description
About the Role

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Employee Experience
  • Serve as the primary resource for employees' day-to-day benefits questions, providing clear answers, timely follow-through, and a consistent service experience.
  • Act as a trusted resource for employees, managers, and HR partners on benefits policies, processes, and programs.
  • Administer leave of absence and disability processes with care, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
  • Support employee engagement through clear communications, benefits education, and outreach initiatives.

Benefits Administration
  • Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life insurance, disability, 401(k), wellness, EAP, and commuter benefits.
  • Process enrollments, changes, terminations, payroll deductions, and vendor file transmissions accurately and on time.
  • Serve as the day-to-day liaison with brokers, insurance carriers, retirement vendors, and third-party administrators.
  • Coordinate the annual open enrollment process, including employee communications, system updates, and hands-on support.
  • Coordinate 401(k) advisory committee meetings and work with vendors and auditors.

Compliance & Reporting
  • Manage compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and related regulations; share relevant updates with the HR team and management.
  • Respond to audits and complete non-discrimination testing, Form 5500 filings, and the annual 1095 reporting process.
  • Maintain accurate benefits records, policies, procedures, and documentation.

Operations & Analytics
  • Utilize HRIS platforms and advanced Excel reporting to execute invoicing, audits, census reporting, and benefits administration.
  • Track benefits utilization, costs, and trends; bring observations and practical recommendations to the VP of HR.
  • Keep internal platforms current; collaborate with the Communications Director and Benefits broker to produce open enrollment materials, benefits guides, and employee-facing resources.


You Should Have

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field-or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in benefits or HR, including leadership responsibilities
  • Deep knowledge of benefits administration, compliance, and industry best practices
  • Advanced proficiency in HRIS platforms and expert-level Excel skills
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable strategy
  • Exceptional communication skills with a customer-focused, approachable style
  • High level of discretion, confidentiality and professionalism

Preferred:
  • CEBS, CBP, SHRM-SCP/CP, SPHR/PHR certifications
  • Experience in construction, real estate, facilities, healthcare, or hospitality environments
  • Bilingual (Spanish) skills

This is a highly visible, onsite role that requires regular interaction with employees and stakeholders across multiple locations. Occasional travel to offices, job sites, and properties is expected. The role involves a mix of detailed execution, forward-thinking ideas and strategic planning in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and responsiveness are essential.

Annual Salary: $90,000 - $100,000

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