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Murphy Oil Corporation · 14 hours ago

Staff, Benefits Specialist

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Murphy Oil Corporation is committed to leveraging the diverse experiences of its employees to drive success. The Staff, Benefits Specialist is responsible for managing comprehensive employee benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness in the marketplace, and leading special projects and audits related to benefits compliance.

Enterprise SoftwareOil and Gas

Responsibilities

Oversee the design, administration, and continuous improvement of health, dental, vision, life, disability, and flexible spending account and plans

Partner with vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators to ensure programs are competitive, cost-effective, and compliant with all applicable regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA)

Lead open enrollment processes, including setup, execution, and employee communications

Maintain HR systems for accurate eligibility, payroll deductions, and benefits data integrity

Respond to employee inquiries and provide clear, effective communication and education on benefits offerings

Manage 401(k) plan operations, including contribution and loan reconciliations, and maintain SERP (Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan) accounts

Oversee pension plan administration and support the development of retirement-related policies and programs

Lead and participate in special projects related to benefits strategy, plan design, and process improvements

Analyze benefits data and trends to assess business risks and recommend strategic solutions

Ensure all benefit plans comply with federal and state regulations, supporting audits, nondiscrimination testing, and required filings (e.g., Form 5500)

Prepare HRIS reports for governmental and audit requests, and conduct self-audits to streamline and automate processes

Collaborate with vendors and auditors to maintain plan integrity and compliance

Develop and deliver benefits education materials, training sessions, and policy manuals to increase employee understanding and engagement

Provide timely, professional responses to employee inquiries via multiple channels

Promote the development of benefits talent by coaching, mentoring, and supporting HR staff

Monitor competitive trends, regulatory changes, and emerging best practices in employee benefits

Participate in benefits surveys, meetings, and training to maintain expertise and ensure alignment with industry standards

Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams on the design and implementation of benefits strategy initiatives

Qualification

Employee benefits administrationHRIS systems proficiencyData analysisRegulationsBenefits platformsCommunication skillsProject managementTeam collaboration