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Senior Health and Welfare Benefits Consultant Jobs in Somerville, MA at Mass General Brigham
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Job Summary
Summary
Responsible for managing and administering employee benefits programs through developing and implementing comprehensive benefits strategies to attract and retain top talent, promote employee well-being, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Essential Functions
Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), wellness initiatives, and other benefits.
Oversee strategic and day-to-day program and vendor management for health insurance programs. Manage vendors with respect to service, delivery, communications, key performance measures, procurements, rate/fee negotiation, and optimization.
Serve as a lead project manager and contact for cross-departmental teams across health insurance projects and ensure progress against established objectives, timelines, quality, and deliverables.
Ensure the benefits programs comply with federal, state, and local laws, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations.
Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory agencies and manage audits related to benefits programs.
Coordinate annual benefits enrollment processes and provide guidance to employees on available benefits options.
Develop and deliver comprehensive benefits communication and education programs to promote understanding and utilization of benefits.
Collaborate with benefits providers, brokers, and third-party administrators to negotiate contracts, monitor services, and ensure a high level of service for employees.
Analyze benefits data and utilization trends to identify opportunities for cost optimization and improved employee satisfaction.
Conduct benchmarking and competitive analysis of benefits packages to ensure the hospital remains competitive in the healthcare industry.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree Human Resources Management required or Bachelor’s Degree Related Field of Study required or Master’s Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Experience
Benefits administration; plan, policy, and design; employee relations experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
Excellent understanding of benefits plan design, vendor negotiations, and benefits cost analysis.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with employees, HR team members, and external vendors.
Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to make informed benefits decisions.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Remote
Work Location
399 Revolution Drive
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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Title: Senior Health and Welfare Benefits Consultant
Company: Mass General Brigham
Location: Somerville, MA
