Benefits Manager, Retirement & Employee Programs

TL;DR

Benefits Manager, Retirement & Employee Programs (HR Operations): Designing and administering retirement and wellness programs for employees in the US, Canada, and Brazil with an accent on 401(k) governance, regulatory compliance, and vendor management. Focus on scaling benefit offerings for 5,000 employees and ensuring strict adherence to ERISA, HIPAA, and other legal requirements.

Location: Hybrid (Boston Hub), 3 days office / 2 days home. No relocation assistance offered.

Salary: $120,830 - $181,246

Company

The hirify.global Group is a global leader in play, dedicated to inspiring and developing the builders of tomorrow through creative products and a diverse workplace culture.

What you will do

• Lead administration, governance, and compliance of retirement programs, including 401(k) oversight and chairing retirement committee activities.
• Own the strategy and delivery of fringe benefits and wellness programs, such as commuter benefits and fitness perks.
• Manage strategic relationships with external vendors and consultants like Fidelity and Willis Towers Watson.
• Administer benefits programs across the United States, Canada, and Brazil, optimizing for operational efficiency.
• Coordinate annual Open Enrollment via Workday and develop year-round benefits communication strategies.
• Conduct market benchmarking and analysis to ensure programs remain competitive and inclusive.

Requirements

• Experience leading the design and delivery of employee benefits and retirement plans.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and ACA.
• Proven track record of managing external vendors, brokers, and recordkeepers.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for translating complex concepts for employees.
• Experience using Workday for benefits administration and reporting.
• Must be based in or able to work from the Boston Hub under a hybrid model.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting benefits programs in Canada or Brazil.
• Experience with fiduciary governance, compliance audits, or retirement plan integrations.

Culture & Benefits

• Enhanced paid Family Care Leave.
• Comprehensive life and disability insurance coverage.
• Wellbeing support, including access to the Headspace App and local initiatives.
• Generous employee discount on hirify.global products from day one.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Inclusive, play-driven culture emphasizing diversity and equal opportunity.