SpaceX · 2 days ago
Manager, Benefits
SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for human exploration of Mars. They are seeking a highly accomplished individual to design, implement, and operate impactful employee benefit programs, ensuring a positive experience for employees while collaborating with various internal and external partners.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
Responsibilities
Lead the administration for company-wide employee benefit programs, such as medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability insurance, supplemental/voluntary benefits, and retirement plans, including preparation for annual open enrollment
Identify and make continuous improvements in administration, to deliver an outstanding experience for employees
Use a data-driven approach to critically evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of current programs
Develop innovative, empathetic, and cost-effective employee programs - from feasibility analysis, implementation, to ongoing operations, with a keen understanding of the enormous impact that the most effective employee benefit programs can have in the lives of employees and their families
Build-out overall employee benefits strategy and related processes to support a diverse and growing employee population
Assist, advise, and counsel employees and dependents on complex or sensitive benefit-related questions (via email, phone, walk-ups, and drop-in sessions)
Collaborate with internal partners in Human Resources (HR), Payroll, Finance, Marketing, Legal, etc. to create and sustain best-in-class employee benefit programs
Oversee relationships with external vendors, consultants, and their onsite staff and ensure excellence in partner/vendor performance
Coach and mentor direct reports - provide training, oversee performance, and help grow their careers
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to the areas of:
Health and welfare benefits and retirement plan administration
Company wellness initiatives and employee services
Relocation administration
Leaves of absence administration
Workers' compensation administration
Commuter program administration
HRIS/benefits data administration
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
8+ years of professional experience in employee benefits and/or human resources
Preferred
Human Resources Certification (PHR) or professional human resources affiliations
Advanced degree (MBA, Masters in HR, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically and to move seamlessly between the two roles
Ability to use independent judgment and prioritize work
Effective verbal, written and presentation communication skills
Demonstrated proficiency with Excel and working with large data sets
Experience with Workday or other HRIS systems
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Highly collaborative style and strong team orientation
Highly organized with ability to manage multiple high-priorities in a fast-paced, loosely structured environment
Ability to consistently meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlines
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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