Confidential Benefits Manager

Details :

Job Title : Benefits Manager (Confidential Search)

Location : Fort Lauderdale Area

Employment Type : Full-time Salaried

About the Company :

A leading hospitality organization with a strong global presence is seeking a strategic and hands-on Benefits Manager to join its corporate HR team. Known for delivering exceptional service experiences the company continues to grow its U.S. operations and is committed to creating a best-in-class workplace for its employees. This search is being conducted confidentially.

Role Overview :

The Benefits Manager will oversee the administration compliance and ongoing enhancement of all U.S. employee benefit programsincluding health dental vision life insurance retirement plans and paid time off. This individual will serve as a key partner to HR leadership driving benefits strategy ensuring legal compliance and improving employee engagement through thoughtful program design and communication.

Key Responsibilities :

Administer and manage all employee benefits programs (health dental vision life insurance disability 401(k) / retirement PTO and leave programs).

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws (ERISA ACA FMLA COBRA etc.).

Partner with HR Payroll and Finance teams to ensure seamless benefits operations and reporting accuracy.

Develop and maintain relationships with insurance brokers benefits providers and wellness vendors.

Lead open enrollment and benefits communication initiatives to enhance employee understanding and participation.

Monitor benefits utilization benchmark trends and recommend cost-effective enhancements.

Support wellness and employee engagement initiatives in partnership with internal HR stakeholders.

Act as the primary resource for employees and managers regarding benefits questions policies and issue resolution.

Details :

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree required; advanced degree or PHR / SPHR certification preferred.

58 years of progressive experience in benefits administration or HR operations.

Deep knowledge of employee benefits law compliance requirements and plan administration best practices.

Proven track record managing vendor relationships and leading open enrollment processes.

Strong analytical communication and organizational skills.

Experience within hospitality travel or service-driven industries a plus.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and maintain a valid U.S. drivers license.

Whats in It for You :

Opportunity to design and shape benefits strategy within a respected fast-growing hospitality organization.

Collaborative people-first company culture that values innovation service and employee well-being.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Fort Lauderdale office with access to vibrant city and coastal lifestyle.

Confidentiality :

This search is being conducted in confidence. All candidate information will be handled with the utmost discretion.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Vendor Management,Fmla,HIPAA,Analysis Skills,Benefits Administration,HRIS,Filing,Payroll,Employment & Labor Law,ADP,Human Resources,Workday

Department / Functional Area : Administration

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1