Human Resources Business Partner and Wellness

Job Summary

The Human Resource Business Partner for Benefits and Wellness is responsible for overseeing, managing, and administering key departmental activities, including benefits, benefits compliance, employee communications and engagement, special projects, and research. The HRBP serves as a strategic partner to the VPHR in the implementation and execution of initiatives and programs that support the staff, business plan and strategic direction.

• Serves as backup for payroll, intermittently running payroll as needed.
• Design and manage competitive benefits programs that attract and retain top talent while supporting staff well-being (e.g., health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, leave).
• Researches, analyzes, evaluates, and administers all benefits and wellness programs including vendor relationships and invoice management.
• Verifies monthly invoicing for all benefit plans and reconciles associated budget.
• Evaluate cost-effectiveness and employee satisfaction with benefit offerings.
• Partner with external vendors to execute the full scope of the role (e.g., insurance providers, retirement plan administrators).
• Manage end-to-end open enrollment processes and benefits communications.
• Address and resolve benefits-related employee concerns.
• Analyze benefits data to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Monitor trends in salaries and benefits to adjust policies accordingly.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate compensation and benefits policies and budget.
• Forecast costs for plan changes and new benefit offerings.
• Ensure cost-efficiency while maintaining competitiveness and fairness.
• Organizes and conducts open enrollment programs for employees.
• Prepares and distributes updates to employees on any benefit changes.
• Ensures enrollments are processed timely and accurately.
• Coordinates Workers’ Compensation, FMLA, STD/LTD, HIPAA and COBRA programs.
• Responsible for all leave management in conjunction with third-party administrator. Works closely with employees and their managers to ensure a smooth process.
• Processes unemployment claims and reports.

• Maintain documentation and reporting in line with reporting deadlines, audit, and legal standards.
• Ensure compliance with compensation/benefits-related regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, etc.).
• Maintain legal and regulatory compliance by developing policies, managing risk, and overseeing required reporting and audits.
• Maintain sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Prepare reports for senior leadership, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensures compliance with vendor agreements.
• Manages surveys and management reports as requested.
• Designs and delivers organization-wide wellness plan, incorporating all aspects of employee health and wellness including engagement, financial, and overall workplace well-being.
• Partners with leadership, insurance providers, and external vendors to expand offerings such as mental health resources, EAP enhancements, and wellness programs.
• Partners with employee engagement committees to align activities to health and wellness as relevant.
• Partners with external vendors to deploy initiatives related to health and wellness activities and engagement.
• Maintains a robust health and wellness resource page within the organization’s HR Hub, ensuring easy on-demand access to content including EAP information, crisis lines, and educational content.
• Manages quarterly health and wellness campaigns and challenges.

• Provides day to day generalist support and guidance to a client group.
• Deliver actionable workforce insights by leveraging data analytics to inform dashboards/reports.
• Administer HR systems related to the benefits management process (e.g., HRIS, benefits platforms).
• Lead continuous improvement projects that enhance processes, systems, and user experience.
• Judgment
• Communication
• Problem-Solving

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years retirement plan management experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in benefits management.
• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, including strategic-level responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, benefits regulations, compliance requirements, ERISA.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and adapting to shifting priorities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience with workforce analytics, predictive modeling, or data-driven HR decision-making.
• Experience developing and delivering customized communications for staff at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools such as MS Teams and Zoom.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms including payroll, benefits, retirement, and reporting systems.

• Certified Plan Sponsor…