Benefit Lead

• Regular - Remote - Full Time

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apree health brings together a best-in-class engagement platform with an advanced primary care model to provide a vastly better health and care experience, improve outcomes, and significantly lower the total cost of care for a population.

  • Assist with the design, implementation, communication, and administration of benefit plans that align with company goals and employee needs.

  • Extensive knowledge of state PTO, Sick and leave of absence programs, including CFRA, PDL, and FMLA, ensuring compliance with complex state regulations and seamless employee support.

  • Manage timely payment of benefits-related invoices (e.g., insurance premiums, vendor services) to ensure uninterrupted employee coverage and maintain positive vendor relationships.

  • Assist with annual benefits renewal process, including plan analysis, broker/vendor collaboration, budgeting, and open enrollment execution.

  • Oversee day-to-day benefit operations, including escalated employee inquiries, eligibility issues, and complex claims support.

  • Partner with HRIS/Payroll teams to ensure accurate benefit deductions, reporting, and system integrations.

  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local benefits regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and state leave laws).

  • Serve as a liaison for benefits vendors and brokers, ensuring service levels are met and contracts are managed effectively.

  • Lead benefits-related audits and filings (e.g., 5500s, nondiscrimination testing, ACA reporting).

  • Drive employee education and engagement around benefit offerings through clear communication, tools, and resources.

  • Monitor market trends and analyze benchmarking data to evaluate competitiveness and recommend plan improvements.

  • Support M&A or organizational change activities related to benefits integration, harmonization, or transition.

  • Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, and Risk on benefit-related matters.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or HR certification (CEBS, PHR, SHRM-CP/SC) a plus.

  • 8-10 years of experience in benefits administration or total rewards, including at least 2 years in a lead or managerial role.

  • In-depth knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations and compliance requirements.

  • Strong project management and vendor management experience.

  • Excellent communication skills with a focus on employee experience and service.

  • Proficiency in HRIS systems (Workday, ADP, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes

  • Experience working in a high-growth or multi-state organization.

  • Driven by a passion for correcting legacy issues, with a strong track record of identifying and resolving compliance gaps, process inefficiencies, and past administrative errors to improve accuracy and employee experience.

  • Proven ability to move quickly and execute in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

  • Data-driven mindset with the ability to use analytics to inform decisions.

  • Passion for wellness and innovation in employee benefits.

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