Latitude Inc · 11 hours ago
Benefits Manager
Columbia, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$55/hr - $58/hr
7+ years expLatitude Inc is a well-established professional services organization seeking an experienced Benefits & Leave Administration Manager to lead and oversee its benefits and leave programs. This highly visible role within Human Resources involves ensuring compliance and optimizing employee benefits and leave services while partnering with HR leadership and external vendors.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Oversee relationships with benefit vendors and third-party administrators
Manage enrollments, terminations, beneficiary updates, COBRA, disability and life insurance claims, and retirement plan transactions
Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations (ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, etc.)
Prepare and file ACA reporting (including 1095-C forms)
Coordinate annual retirement plan audits, compliance testing, QDROs, and required filings
Manage all leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA, short-term and long-term disability
Maintain accurate documentation, coordinate benefits premium payments during leave, and communicate with employees and managers
Evaluate current benefits and leave processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Support wellness initiatives, employee communications, and engagement efforts
Partner with HR leadership to develop and deliver training related to benefits and leave policies
Produce utilization reports and analysis to support leadership decision-making
Audit vendor performance and billing accuracy
Support contract negotiations, renewals, and cost management in collaboration with HR and Finance leadership
Serve as the subject matter expert for benefits and leave functionality within the HRIS
Ensure data integrity, troubleshoot issues, and support system enhancements or upgrades
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field strongly preferred
7–10+ years of progressive experience in benefits and leave administration, including leadership or senior-level responsibility
Strong knowledge of benefits compliance and multi-state leave regulations
Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms (experience with UKG is a plus but not required)
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Proven ability to manage vendors, oversee budgets, and navigate complex benefit programs
Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex topics and influence stakeholders
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience in a professional services or similarly structured corporate environment
Company
Latitude Inc
Company Summary Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with an office in Winter Park, FL.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase