Director Benefits And Employee Well-being

engage.richmond.edu

Base: $101,670.00 to $165,000 annually; bonus/equi...
Hybrid
10+ years hr experience
7+ years direct benefits experience
2+ years supervisory experience
The University is seeking a Director of Benefits and Employee Well-Being to lead and manage its employee benefits, absence, and well-being programs. This role requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in benefits design, implementation, and administration, alongside strong leadership and communication skills

Job Summary

  • The Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the University's comprehensive employee benefits, absence, and well-being programs while ensuring alignment with institutional objectives.
  • This role requires managing annual benefit cycles, overseeing Workday administration, and ensuring strict compliance with federal and state regulations such as ERISA, ACA, and FMLA.
  • The position involves leading a team, advising senior leadership on financial risk and regulatory trends, and fostering a culture of employee well-being through innovative initiatives.

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The University is seeking a Director of Benefits and Employee Well-Being to lead and manage its employee benefits, absence, and well-being programs. This role requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in benefits design, implementation, and administration, alongside strong leadership and communication skills.

Salary

Base: $101,670.00 to $165,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health and welfare, retirement, and wellness programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years HR experience
  • 7+ years direct benefits experience
  • 2+ years supervisory experience
  • Workday HRIS proficiency
  • ERISA ACA FMLA COBRA compliance
  • Benefits program design and administration

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in Business or HR
  • Experience with AI-enabled technologies
  • Strong financial modeling skills
  • Vendor negotiation expertise
  • Cross-functional collaboration abilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
  • Minimum 10 years progressive HR experience
  • 7+ years direct benefits experience
  • 2+ years supervisory or managerial experience
  • Proficiency in Workday HRIS platform

Work Rights

Not specified

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