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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan · 3 months ago

Manager, Retirement Benefits

600 Lafayette East, Detroit, MI, 48226, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Retirement Benefits Manager to develop and lead a team focused on delivering exceptional customer service through operational excellence. The role involves modernizing retirement processes, fostering a high-performing team culture, and driving continuous improvement to achieve the organization’s objectives.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assess business challenges and opportunities related to retirement programs and employee experience and pioneer solutions to improve outcomes and enhance overall experience

Foster individual development through continuous learning, providing opportunities for team members to acquire new skills, and providing timely coaching and feedback

Maintain strategic partnerships with vendors to ensure delivery of services that meet or exceed the established service level agreements/standards

Manage activities and projects to ensure efficient day-to-day operations (standard deliverables, ad hoc reporting, invoices, department budgets) and enable the Director to make informed, strategic decisions that drive business outcomes

Manage internal and external audits of retirement programs, both qualified and non-qualified plans, to maintain compliance with regulations and plan documents

In collaboration with ERISA counsel, maintain summary plan descriptions and plan documents to be compliance with applicable legislation such as Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), Department of Labor (DOL), Internal Revenue Service (IRS) codes

Research, analyze and develop information to support corporate policies and initiatives in daily dealings with individuals, union organizations, and/or departments in the corporation. Collaborate effectively with vendors, ERISA counsel, payroll, and other departments as necessary to achieve the best resolution

Supply data and recommendations to support corporate decisions, complete regulatory filings, and resolve escalation

Utilize emerging technology (i.e. A.I. tools) to develop, enhance, and modernize communication materials including intranet webpages, internal and external communications, and benefit summaries to enhance employee education

Prepare and present information to business partners (internal and external) on retirement programs and related topics

Ensure that team members and vendors adhere to applicable internal policies and procedures and external laws and regulations

Maintain professional knowledge in area of expertise through conferences, professional publications and seminars

Qualification

Retirement plan complianceProject managementLeadership skillsERISA knowledgeBenefits administrationMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsProblem resolutionOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Finance, or related area preferred

Experience working with Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), Department of Labor (DOL), and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) codes, legislation, and practices

Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in Human Resources, benefits administration or related area including experience in a leadership role

Minimum five (5) years of experience working with defined contribution and/or defined benefit plans

Excellent analytical, organizational, problem resolution, verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment is essential

Thorough knowledge of ERISA and other applicable laws

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform this job

Company

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

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We commit to being our members’ trusted partner by providing affordable, innovative products that improve their care and health.

Founded in 1929

Detroit, Michigan, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.bcbsm.com/

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