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| Job Title: | Benefits Consultant |
| Company Name: | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
Key Responsibilities
and Skill Requirements |
This position focuses on projects in all areas of benefits, both health and welfare and financial benefits, including defined benefit plans and retiree medical. This position will work with external and internal resources to initiate and maintain compliant programs that support the company’s total reward’s philosophy and our employees and plan participants. The position is also the primary role and liasion for creating, maintaining and disseminating employee benefits communication.
- Responsible for all aspects of benefit program and vendor management, administration and analysis for programs as assigned. Works with brokers as needed in to conduct research on prevalent HR and benefits practices to recommend alternative strategies and approaches and assess the impact/effectiveness of same. As needed in various program areas, researches, recommends, and develops benefit program design and analysis including formatting of executive summaries and presentations.
- Oversees and manages governmental filings, departmental processes and projects related to compliance with federal and state benefit related regulations - retirement plan and defined benefit filings, 5500s for all plans, internal and external audits, FMLA, COBRA, ADA, HIPAA, Workers Compensation, FAS 106, 87, 88 etc.
- Prepares benefit-related communication pieces such as brochures, benefit plan documents and documentation, works closely with the Communication Department to prepare and post intranet and web materials. Prepares and presents benefits change information and training sessions for HR and associates as needed.
- Manages cyclical review of claims and funding requirements of self funded medical insurance program and coordinates with accounting and treasury. Reviews for accuracy all US benefits related payments.
- Consults with managers, associates and HR managers on benefit related issues and practices. Works closely with all benefit vendors to ensure that customer service levels are understood and maintained. Provide customer service and support to assist employees with issues related to benefit programs, policies and practices.
Professional Qualifications
- 7-10 years of benefit administration and/or pertinent Human Resources experience.
- Demonstrated ability to influence key business leaders and other decision makers and gain support for new directions; interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, professionalism.
- Outstanding verbal, written and presentation skills required. Knowledgeable and experienced in handling confidential and sensitive information.
- In-depth knowledge of benefit plan design, implementation and administration including self funded and fully insured products.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of competitive benefit programs and applicable employment/benefits laws.
- Experience with and ability to use HRIS systems. Proficiency in use of MicroSoft Professional applications, particularly Excel and Power Point. Demonstrated ability to apply complex mathematical and/or statistical methodologies for data compilation and analysis.
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| Years Experience Reqd: | 1-3 years |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | required |
| Advanced Degree: | not required |
| Company: | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
| Address: | 222 Berkley Street - 5th Floor |
| City: | Boston |
| State: | MA |
| Zip: | 02116 |
| e-mail: | roberta_beaulieu@hmco.com |
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| Job Title: | Benefits Administrator |
| Company Name: | American Dental Partners, Inc. |
Key Responsibilities
and Skill Requirements |
Administer employee benefit services: files, benefit enrollments, pay & status changes, LOAs. Counsels employees and handles employee & management inquiries. Handles COBRA & unemployment claims. Enters data, reviews and audits bills, prepares reports. Strong Computer skills, including MS Office Suite.
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| Years Experience Reqd: | 5-10 years |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | required |
| Advanced Degree: | required |
| Salary Min: | Commensurate with experience |
| Name: | Roberta Beaulieu |
| Company: | American Dental Partners, Inc. |
| Address: | 401 Edgewater Place, Suite 430 |
| City: | Wakefield |
| State: | MA |
| Zip: | 01880 |
| e-mail: | recruiting1@amdpi.com |
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| Job Title: | Manager, International Benefits |
| Company Name: | FM Global |
Key Responsibilities
and Skill Requirements |
FM Global is a leading property insurer of the world's largest businesses, providing more than one-third of FORTUNE 1000-size companies with engineering-based risk management and property insurance solutions. FM Global helps clients maintain continuity in their business operations by drawing upon state-of-the-art loss-prevention engineering and research; risk management skills and support services; tailored risk transfer capabilities; and superior financial strength. To do so, we rely on a dynamic, culturally diverse group of employees, working in more than 100 countries, in a variety of challenging roles.
Responsibilities
Due to FM Global's continuous success and expansion in international markets, an exciting new position has been created. The International Benefits Manager position, reporting to the Employee Benefits and HRIS Manager, oversees all benefits activities for the international markets.
Deliverables:
- Contacts and coordinates all international benefits activities with outside consulting firms on publishing, actuarial, recordkeeping and advisory services.
- Analyzes existing benefits policies of organization, and prevailing best practices among similar organizations, by monitoring the value of the FM Global programs so that they reflect competitive practice.
- Directs preparation and distribution of written and verbal information to inform employees of benefits programs, such as insurance and pension plans, (paid time off, bonus pay), and special employer sponsored activities
- Develops and implements special projects as assigned.
- Provides direction to the country HR managers in the day-to-day administration of all health and welfare, income protection and retirement plans.
- Recommends benefits plan changes to HR and Operating management. Leads the review and approval process for all potential changes to programs and plans.
- Interfaces with Internal Audit, Legal, Accounting, financial planning and other sources as needed on issues affecting compliance with government regulations on pension and welfare plans, both qualified and non-qualified..
- Leads compliance efforts with a focus on laws and regulations which control or impact benefits plans and policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; master's degree preferred
- CEBS Professional Designation preferred
- 8+ years of demonstrated experience in human resources and International Benefit plan experience.
- Ability to work as a relationship manager on projects.
- Ability to communicate benefit theories, policies and practices.
- Ability to lead and manage change.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent decision making and problem solving skills.
- Management skills to provide training, coaching, and development of staff.
- In-depth knowledge of benefits theory, best practices, laws, techniques, applications and programs.
- Overall business understanding and knowledge of FM Global's benefit policies and practices preferred.
- Working knowledge and skills in the area of technology applications.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
FM Global offers its employees a dynamic and challenging work environment that is personally and professionally rewarding. FM Global provides a wide range of growth and advancement opportunities for our employees. Professional development is also an integral part of our philosophy and our employees are encouraged to engage in appropriate training and development courses.
We recognize that employees are our greatest assets and we provide them with a competitive total compensation package, which includes a wide range of attractive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, pension, disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FM Global values and promotes diversity and is committed to providing an environment in which each individual is respected, supported and rewarded on the basis of personal achievement and contribution. We believe that equal employment opportunity, the diversity of our workforce and focus on employee merit contribute to the strength and success of FM Global.
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| Years Experience Reqd: | 5-10 years |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | required |
| Advanced Degree: | preferred |
| Name: | Robert Pardini |
| Company: | FM Global |
| Address: | 1301 Atwood Avenue |
| City: | Johnston |
| State: | RI |
| Zip: | 02919 |
| e-mail: | robert.pardini@fmglobal.com |
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| Job Title: | Benefits Analyst |
| Company Name: | CVS Caremark |
Key Responsibilities
and Skill Requirements |
Skill: With little or no direction / oversight conduct research on Benefit issues / appeals and recommend / initiate problem resolution; follow through with employees, vendors and outsourcing partner(s). Understand when it is necessary to escalate issues to management using independent judgment. Identify/resolve issues having broader impact or systemic/procedural implications and apply root cause analysis via independent assessment and collaboration with vendors, outsourcing provider(s), and the CVS outsourcing Governance function. Identify, suggest and implement ongoing process improvements.
Support or manage projects for new or modified benefits programs, benefits audits, and others as assigned.
Function as a liaison to the CVS outsourcing Governance function on day-to-day activity and facilitate Benefits analyses (cost, utilization etc.), reporting (recurring and ad-hoc reports) and plan management needs. Assist Benefits management with ensuring that information is available to the Benefits team that accurately reflects the performance of benefit plans and vendors.
Support the vendor management function as assigned.
Assist in the coordination of all administration and communication activities for CVS benefit programs to include presentations and training. Assist in ongoing employee communications such as summary plan descriptions, summary annual reports, targeted mailings, etc.
Develop and maintain strong working knowledge of administration, design and financial aspects of the CVS employee benefits programs offering.
Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned, e.g. support of benchmarking and survey initiatives.
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| Years Experience Reqd: | 3-5 years |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | preferred |
| Advanced Degree: | not required |
| Company: | CVS Caremark |
| Address: | 1 CVS Drive |
| City: | Woonsocket |
| State: | RI |
| Zip: | 02895 |
| e-mail: | tharper@cvs.com |
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| Job Title: |
Director of Benefits |
| Company Name: |
Client of Distinctive Talent, Inc. |
Key
Responsibilities
and Skill
Requirements |
- Outstanding opportunity for a leader in Benefits Management. Our client is a $1 billion multi channel retailer of quality products. The headquarters for this company and the location of this position is north of Boston.
- The Director will be responsible for leading the development and execution of a long range benefit strategy, while managing the ongoing administration of employee benefit plans across the company.
- You will work closely with HR leaders to ensure benefits strategy aligns with overall HR and corporate goals, as well as company culture; provide ongoing direction, support and guidance to benefit administrators; manage all external benefit relationships and selection processes as necessary; establish cost control procedures to assure maximum coverage at the least possible cost to company and employee.
- The Director of Benefits oversees all employee benefits programs including major medical plans, 401(k), dental plans, term life insurance plans, temporary disability programs and accidental death policies; maintain company's competitive position in labor market, and obtain uniform benefit package for all company locations, where possible.
- Travel as needed, up to 20%.
- Essential Skills and Experience:
- Minimum 10+ years experience in employee benefit planning, design and administration of plans. Strong presentation, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills required. Strategic and creative thinking, strong consultative skills. Demonstrated analytical decision making ability, advanced project management skills and experience in structuring benefits plans that support the business. Experience in fast-paced environment, knowledge of all benefit laws and regulations, managing staff and budget responsibility is required.
- Background in M&A is highly desirable. Experience with compensation management and HRIS is highly desirable.
- Local applicants only, no relocation is available.
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| Years Experience Reqd: | Over 10 |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | required |
| Advanced Degree: | preferred |
| Salary Min: | $100k |
| Salary Max: | $130k |
| Name: | Beth Schaefer |
| Company: | Distinctive Talent, Inc. |
| Address: | 4 Militia Drive |
| City: | Lexington |
| State: | MA |
| Zip: | 02421 |
| e-mail: | beth@distinctivetalent.com |
| Phone: | 781-860-0040 ext 102 |
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| Job Title: |
Health and Welfare Sr. Analyst |
| Company Name: |
John Hancock |
Key
Responsibilities
and Skill
Requirements |
John Hancock is a subsidiary of Manulife Financial, a leading Canadian-based financial services group serving millions of customers in 19 countries and territories worldwide. The Company offers clients a diverse range of financial protection products and wealth management services through its extensive network of employees, agents and distribution partners. John Hancock can be found on the internet at www.jhancock.com. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as 'MFC' on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under '0945' on the SEHK.
To ensure effective administration of health and welfare plans and programs for all US employees.
Responsibilities:
- Provide quality customer service to US employees regarding questions related to health and welfare plans and programs.
- Research issues as required, analyze data and provide recommendations as needed
- Work with health and welfare manager in researching benefit plan modifications
- Assist with design and development of health and welfare communications
- Document procedures, maintain up to date, accurate procedure manuals and ensure Company policies and procedures are followed appropriately
- Work with Human Resources staff on more complex issues
- Manage day to day issues with assigned vendor
- Manage health and welfare vendors
- Assist with the managing of the annual open enrollment process
- Lead and/or assist with health and welfare related projects. Conduct research, analyze data and prepare recommendations
- Capture key operational and customer-focused metrics, analyze the data and recommend necessary changes to improve overall productivity and services
- Provide input into the budget process, manage benefit -related expenses and identify variances as required
- Provide support and back-up for other team members
Qualifications:
Required Skills & Knowledge:
Excellent analytical skills
Strong customer service skills
Project Management experience
Vendor Management experience
Key Differentiator:
Ability to research and analyze data
Excellent written and verbal communications
Ability to balance multiple priorities
Ability to work independently and set priorities with only high level direction
Knowledge and understanding of benefit concepts and legislation
Experience:
B.S./B.A. in Human Resources or related field
3-5 years benefits experience
JOHN HANCOCK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - AA/F/M/D/V
APPLY ONLINE AT http://www.johnhancock.com/careers. Click on "Search Careers" and enter Job Number 0801774.
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| Years Experience Reqd: | 3-5 years |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | required |
| Advanced Degree: | not required |
| Name: | Kathy Glynn |
| Company: | John Hancock |
| Address: | 200 Berkeley St., 2nd Floor |
| City: | Boston |
| State: | MA |
| Zip: | 02117 |
| e-mail: | kglynn@jhancock.com |
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| Job Title: |
Benefits Administrator |
| Company Name: |
Northeastern University |
Key
Responsibilities
and Skill
Requirements |
Responsibilities
The Benefits Administrator will administer health and dental plans including premium payments and reconciliation and reserve accounting. He/she will conduct in-depth cost and utilization analysis; oversee regular plan audits; coordinate COBRA and HIPPA compliance with third party administrator; resolve complex claim problems; administer leaves of absence and disability programs and ensure compliance with FMLA and ADA; administer medical and dependent care reimbursement accounts and manage relationship with third party administrator; assist in annual contract renewals for all plans; manage MetPay and Mortgage programs; and will also provide backup administration to the 403b retirement plans and tuition plans.
Qualifications
Minimum of Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of related experience in Human Resources or Benefits Administration, preferably for welfare plan administration. Must have the following qualifications: strong analytical skills, team player, customer service oriented, strong oral, written and presentation communication skills; and a working knowledge of federal, state, and IRS regulations to include FMLA, COBRA, ERISA and Sections 125. Computer skills a necessity - Excel, Access, Word. Experience with PeopleSoft a plus.
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| Years Experience Reqd: | 3-5 years |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | required |
| Advanced Degree: | not required |
| Name: | Lisa Broderick |
| Company: | Northeastern University |
| Address: | 250CP, 360 Huntington Avenue |
| City: | Boston |
| State: | MA |
| Zip: | 02115 |
| e-mail: | li.broderick@neu.edu |
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| Job Title: |
Account Manager-Health & Welfare Advisors |
| Company Name: |
Sapers & Wallack, Inc. |
Key
Responsibilities
and Skill
Requirements |
Looking for a motivated, organized individual to provide ongoing account service, employee education and compliance assistance at this fast-paced employee benefits firm located in Newton Corner. The ideal candidate must be a self-starting, goal-oriented individual who is capable of working on his or her own without much supervision. Effective communication skills are mandatory.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform benefit consulting and interface with internal and external contacts in an informed, proactive, positive and professional manner. Work independently, and/or collectively with other members of the agency as a team player.
- Prepare financial spreadsheets. Requires extensive knowledge of applications such as Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Complete financial analysis, develop renewals and client presentations. Provide assistance to clients in the following areas: Employee communications. COBRA & ERISA compliance, administration and communication technology solutions, employee surveys and benchmarking
- Must have a car and be able to drive to client sites in the greater Boston area to personally meet with clients.
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| Years Experience Reqd: | 3-5 years |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | preferred |
| Advanced Degree: | not required |
| Salary Min: | $65,000 |
| Salary Max: | $75,000 |
| Name: | Mary Rose |
| Company: | Sapers & Wallack, Inc |
| Address: | 275 Washington St Suite 205 |
| City: | Newton |
| State: | MA |
| Zip: | 02150 |
| Phone: | 617-225-2600 |
| Fax: | 617-494-5485 |
| Contact: | Mary Rose |
| e-mail: | mrose@sapers-wallack.com |
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| Job Title: |
Benefits Project Manager |
| Company Name: |
CVS Caremark |
Key
Responsibilities
and Skill
Requirements |
- Identify, drive and participate in benefits strategy development and determining ROI for potential plan changes.
- Manage various projects end-to-end from development & documentation to implementation
- Develop and execute measurement plan for ROI, program utilization and vendor performance.
- Conduct competitive analyses as needed.
- Produce presentations for leadership team
- Review financial analysis and feasibility of programs.
- Identify needs/issues related to cost and quality trends and drives improvements in these areas
- Develop innovative approaches to achieve best practices
- Acts as a steward for the strategic vision, accountable for the integration of program/project work.
- Develop in-depth knowledge of CVS Caremark business and develop a close working relationship with strategic business partners
- Leverage trend data and knowledge of past experiences to identify opportunities to improve existing practices and generate practical solutions.
- Engage colleagues by asking thought-provoking questions; maintaining an open-minded attitude to generate possible solutions.
- Maintain expertise regarding Health & Welfare benefits, their design, cost, legal, and regulatory ramifications and application to CVS Caremark's operations
- Manage the strategy and process for benefit transitions resulting from acquisitions and mergers
- Provide strategic direction for analysis from the data warehouse and other data analysis tools
- Oversee the preparation of H&W forecasts, accruals and budget
Please visit http://www.cvs.com/careers
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| Years Experience Reqd: | 1-3 years |
| High School Degree: | required |
| College Degree: | required |
| Advanced Degree: | required |
| Company: | CVS Caremark |
| Address: | One CVS Drive |
| City: | Woonsocket |
| State: | Rhode Island |
| Zip: | 02895 |
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