GE Vernova · 19 hours ago
Senior Benefits Manager, US Health & Wellness
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$142K/yr - $237K/yr
10+ years expGE Vernova is a company focused on health and wellness benefits for its employees. They are seeking a Senior Benefits Manager to strategically manage all US health and welfare benefits programs, ensuring compliance and competitiveness while balancing company and employee needs.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
Responsibilities
Research and analyze market trends, employee needs, and competitor offerings to develop and recommend innovative and competitive health care benefit and wellness programs
Collaborate with Total Rewards leadership and strategic partners and senior leaders across the company on program design/offerings
Work with senior leadership and finance to model and predict future costs and ensure benefit options align with the company's financial goals
Lead the annual benefits renewal and open enrollment processes, including managing communications and implementing program changes
Serve as the primary point of contact for external partners, including benefits vendors and benefits consultants
Interface with our sourcing partners to negotiate contracts, our administrative partners to monitor vendor performance, and conduct regular reviews to ensure high-quality service and cost efficiency
Ensure all health and welfare benefit plans and programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and other relevant laws
Conduct periodic audits to ensure program compliance and accurate record-keeping
Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to educate employees on their benefits, plan changes, and programs/tools/resources
Act as a trusted resource for employees, resolving complex benefits-related inquiries and escalated issues
Provide guidance and training to HR staff and managers on benefits administration and policy interpretation
Interface with matrixed business partners (e.g. HR, Finance, Legal, People Operations, Union Relations and others)
Utilize internal/external systems as necessary to collect, analyze program data to evaluate plan performance, track utilization, and measure the effectiveness of programs and scan for opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in benefits field, with a strong focus on large, self-funded health plans
Preferred
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or other relevant professional certification
Experience with a global workforce and international benefits administration
Experience in a Fortune 500 company environment
Health & Welfare consulting or insurance carrier experience with a focus on medical, dental, pharmacy
Demonstrable experience designing and managing health and welfare benefits for a large, multi-state workforce, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment
In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing employee benefits, including ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, and COBRA
Proven experience managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and conducting comprehensive benefits analysis
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex benefit concepts clearly to all levels of employees
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in using HRIS and benefits management software
Up to 20% travel required (adhoc)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
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Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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