Benefits Manager

TL;DR

Benefits Manager (US Benefits): Responsible for day-to-day administration, compliance, and operational delivery of U.S. health, welfare, and retirement benefit programs with an accent on regulatory adherence and high-quality employee experience. Focus on overseeing vendor relationships, leading open enrollment, ensuring payroll integration, and maintaining data integrity across HRIS and carrier systems.

Location: United States

Salary: $120,293 - $180,439/yr

Company

Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets.

What you will do

• Oversee administration of U.S. health, welfare, and voluntary benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, and disability.
• Manage relationships with benefit carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators, conducting service reviews and tracking SLAs.
• Lead annual Open Enrollment planning, execution, system configuration, communications, and post-OE reconciliation.
• Perform monthly premium reconciliation, invoice validation, payroll integration, and coordination with Finance.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. regulations like ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA; handle reporting, audits, and plan documentation.
• Oversee 401(k) plan governance, operations, testing, and fiduciary processes including Form 5500 preparation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, business, or related field
• 7+ years of related work experience in U.S. benefits and retirement
• Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits laws (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA)
• Experience with HRIS/benefits systems and vendor management
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication abilities
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for career growth, training, and global mobility.
• Inclusive environment focused on safety, wellbeing, flexibility, and work-life balance.
• Business Profit Plan and comprehensive support for health, financial, and lifestyle needs.