Lead Benefits Partner (Employee Benefits)

Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States; hybrid

Salary: $100,000–$140,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a payments technology company delivering programs that support employee health, well-being, and financial security.

What you will do

• Lead administration and optimization of medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending, and related employee benefit programs.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for complex benefits matters, advising HR partners, leadership, employees, vendors, and third-party administrators.
• Partner on benefits administration, HRIS and third-party platform configuration, data integrity, payroll deductions, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive benefits strategy through market research, benchmarking, plan design analysis, acquisitions support, and recommendations aligned with employee needs and business objectives.
• Oversee audits, plan documentation, reporting requirements, Form 5500 filings, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop communications and educational materials, and analyze utilization, participation, program effectiveness, and costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, benefits strategy, or total rewards within a mid-size to large organization.
• Deep knowledge of employee benefit programs, vendor management, benefits operations, regulatory requirements, and HR systems.
• Experience managing complex projects, acquisitions integration activities, and cross-functional partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex information to diverse audiences and senior leadership.
• Experience leading benefits compliance activities, including audits, reporting requirements, and benefits governance.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or MBA in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CEBS, CBP, or similar benefits certification.
• Tax or compliance-related certifications and experience.
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and large-scale organizational integrations.
• Advanced experience using benefits analytics, workforce data, and industry benchmarking for strategic decisions.
• Interest in creating exceptional employee experiences through innovative and competitive benefits programs.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Human Resources team focused on employee health, well-being, financial security, and exceptional employee experience.
• Culture centered on innovation, collaboration, accountability, ownership, and shared results.
• Equal opportunity employer; reasonable accommodations are available during hiring and employment.
• Conditional offers for United States-based work require a drug test.