Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required.
10-15+ years of progressive experience in benefits, retirement, total rewards, or HR leadership.
5+ years of experience leading leaders or managing complex teams.
Demonstrated experience driving enterprise-level programs and transformation initiatives.
Preferred: Master's degree (MBA or related field) and relevant certifications (CEBS, SHRM-SCP, SPHR).
Responsibilities
Lead the development of a forward-looking, enterprise-wide benefits and wellbeing strategy.
Identify emerging market trends and introduce innovative solutions.
Integrate benefits, wellbeing, and total rewards into a cohesive value proposition.
Oversee the strategic design and optimization of all benefits programs.
Ensure alignment of programs across business units while allowing for scalability.
Guide senior team members in program development and execution.
Establish a comprehensive wellbeing framework with measurable outcomes.
Benefits
Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives addressing physical, emotional, and financial health.
Strong vendor management with benefits partners.
Leadership development opportunities for team members.
A culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement.
Full Job Description
Overview
The Senior Director of Benefits & Wellbeing is a strategic leader responsible for advancing the organization's total rewards strategy, with a focus on scalable, integrated benefits and wellbeing programs across the enterprise. This role elevates benefits from a programmatic function to a differentiated component of the associate value proposition. The Senior Director partners closely with executive leadership to ensure programs drive business outcomes, enhance associate engagement, and reflect the organization's mission and culture. This leader oversees complex program design, vendor ecosystems, and enterprise-wide wellbeing initiatives, while mentoring senior team members and shaping long-term strategy.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Enterprise Strategy & Innovation
Lead the development of a forward-looking, enterprise-wide benefits and wellbeing strategy aligned with organizational growth and workforce trends.
Identify emerging market trends and introduce innovative solutions that enhance competitiveness and associate experience.
Integrate benefits, wellbeing, and total rewards into a cohesive, differentiated value proposition.
Program Leadership & Design Oversight
Oversee the strategic design and optimization of all benefits programs (health, welfare, retirement (401k and NQDC plan), and ancillary offerings).
Ensure alignment of programs across business units while allowing for scalability and flexibility where needed.
Guide senior team members in program development and execution.
Oversee and maintain strong vendor management with all benefits partners.
Wellbeing Strategy & Impact
Establish a comprehensive wellbeing framework with measurable outcomes tied to engagement, productivity, and retention.
Lead enterprise wellbeing initiatives addressing physical, emotional, and financial health.
Drive a culture of wellbeing in partnership with HR and business leaders.
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
Provide executive oversight of compliance with all benefits-related regulations.
Ensure governance practices, audits, and controls are in place to mitigate organizational risk.
Serve as escalation point for complex compliance or regulatory matters.
Financial Strategy & Cost Management
Direct long-term financial planning for benefits programs, including cost modeling and forecasting.
Balance cost containment with competitive positioning and associate needs.
Partner with Finance to ensure fiscal discipline and ROI tracking.
Leadership & Talent Development
Lead and develop a team of managers and senior professionals.
Build leadership bench strength within the benefits and wellbeing function.
Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement.
Executive Partnership & Influence
Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on total rewards, wellbeing, and workforce trends.
Present insights, recommendations, and program outcomes to executive audiences.
Collaborate cross-functionally to align benefits strategy with enterprise priorities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required.
10-15+ years of progressive experience in benefits, retirement (401(k) and NQDC plan, total rewards, or HR leadership.
5+ years of experience leading leaders or managing complex teams.
Demonstrated experience driving enterprise-level programs and transformation initiatives.
Preferred:
Master's degree (MBA or related field).
CEBS, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Strong enterprise mindset with ability to influence at senior leadership levels.
Advanced financial and analytical acumen.
Proven ability to lead large-scale transformation and innovation efforts.
Deep expertise in benefits and wellbeing strategies and regulatory landscapes.
Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
Excels at building high-performing, collaborative teams and strengthening partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.
CORE VALUES & EXPECTATIONS
Models organizational values such as Others First, Wisdom, and Growth.
Leads with integrity, empathy, and a commitment to associate wellbeing.
Disclosures
About Jackson Healthcare LLC
Jackson Healthcare is a healthcare staffing and technology company that provides services to hospitals and healthcare organizations. The company's staffing services include temporary and permanent placement of physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. Jackson Healthcare's technology solutions include software for scheduling, credentialing, and revenue cycle management. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia.
