Benefits Manager

Position Summary:
The Benefits Manager serves as a strategic leader and subject matter expert in the design and delivery of employee benefit programs at Silver Cross. This role brings innovative thinking and a contemporary approach to attract and retain top talent, positioning Silver Cross as an employer of choice. The Benefits Manager partners with internal teams and external vendors to shape and continuously improve a comprehensive benefits strategy that supports employee well-being and organizational success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and manage competitive benefits, retirement, and leave programs aligned with Silver Cross’s strategic goals.
  
• Oversee the administration of all health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, and retirement plans.
  
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders on benefit policies and processes.
  
• Lead benefits communications, education, and engagement strategies to maximize employee understanding and value.
  
• Monitor regulatory changes and workforce trends to ensure compliance and relevance of benefit offerings.
  
• Manage annual benefits renewals, including vendor coordination, analysis, and implementation.
  
• Ensure compliance with all legal and audit requirements; consult with brokers, legal counsel, and compliance partners as needed.
  
• Evaluate program effectiveness, vendor performance, and cost efficiency to drive continuous improvement.
  
• Collaborate with HR team to promote and champion benefits across the organization.
  
• Partner with Workday Business Analyst to define business requirements.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with brokers, consultants, and industry peers to stay informed on best practices.
  
• Analyze benefits spend and budget performance; identify trends and recommend improvements.
  
• Work closely with Finance, Compliance, and external partners to ensure program integrity and alignment with organizational standards.
  
• Manage benefit programs specifically designed for Physicians, Senior Leaders and Executives, including 409a, executive insurance, disability insurance among others.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; CEBS, PHR, or SPHR certification a plus
  
• 8+ years of experience in Benefits Management, including 4+ years in a leadership role
  
• Expert knowledge of federal and state laws related to health, welfare, retirement, and leave programs
  
• Strong managerial and leadership capabilities
  
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence key stakeholders
  
• Vendor management experience preferred
  
• Skilled in preparing and delivering executive-level presentations
  
• Experience leading large-scale change initiatives and program implementations
  
• Strong project management, planning, and analytical skills
  
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Workday experience strongly preferred

Compensation and Benefits

At Silver Cross Hospital, we care about your health and well-being and that is why we work hard to provide quality and affordable benefit options for you and your eligible family members.  

Silver Cross Hospital and Silver Cross Medical Groups offer a comprehensive benefit package available for Full-time and Part-time employees which includes: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans 
• Life Insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Other voluntary benefit plans 
• PTO and Sick time 
• 401(k) plan with a match 
• Wellness program 
• Tuition Reimbursement 

Registry employees who meet eligibility may participate in our 401(k) Savings plan with a potential match. However, registry employees are ineligible for Health and Welfare benefits. 

The final pay rate offered may be more than the posted range based on several factors including but not limited to: licensure, certifications, work experience, education, knowledge, demonstrated abilities, internal equity, market data, and more.

The expected pay for this position is $51.89 to $66.16 per hour.