Leave Manager

About EVgo

EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. Our mission is to expedite the mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by creating a convenient, reliable, and affordable EV charging network that delivers fast charging to everyone. EVgo’s owned and operated charging network is growing rapidly. We partner with multiple stakeholders including automakers; fleet and rideshare operators;

retail hosts such as grocery stores, shopping centers, restaurants, gas stations, and more to make our vision of Electric for All a reality. The EV industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. Join us as we charge forward into an all‑electric future. Software is an integral part in realizing this vision and we are hiring a software manager to play a leadership role shaping our future.

The Benefits & Leave Manager will serve as the company’s subject matter expert for all employee benefits and leave programs. This role is responsible for selecting and administering a competitive and compliant benefits portfolio that supports employee well‑being while optimizing company spend. This position will play a key role in standing up internal processes and systems that support benefits administration, ACA compliance, and leave management.

The Benefits & Leave Manager will partner closely with additional HR team members, Finance, Payroll, and external vendors to ensure these programs are effectively executed, well‑communicated, and compliant with all federal and state regulations.

• Lead the selection, implementation, and daily management of the company’s benefits portfolio, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary programs.
• Conduct annual benchmarking and cost analysis to ensure benefits remain competitive, cost‑effective, and aligned with company strategy.
• Partner with brokers, carriers, and vendors to evaluate plan options, negotiate renewals, and identify opportunities for cost containment and value enhancement.
• Oversee the annual open enrollment process—including planning, system configuration, communications, training, and post‑enrollment audits.
• Manage all Qualifying Life Events (QLEs) and ensure accurate, timely processing within HRIS and with benefit vendors.
• Build and manage a comprehensive ACA compliance framework, including eligibility tracking, offer management, reporting, and ongoing audits to ensure adherence to federal and state requirements.
• Monitor legislative updates related to ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other benefits regulations; recommend and implement necessary plan or policy changes.
• Partner with Finance and Payroll to reconcile benefits invoices, validate deductions, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Administer company leave programs (FMLA, ADA, parental, and state‑specific), ensuring compliance, consistent policy application, and empathetic case management.
• Maintain all benefit‑related data, workflows, and integrations in the HRIS, driving automation and data accuracy for eligibility, enrollment, and reporting.
• Develop and deliver employee‑facing benefits communications, onboarding materials, and education sessions to enhance understanding and engagement.
• Produce regular analytics on benefits utilization, enrollment trends, and cost impact.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex benefits and leave questions, providing clear and compliant guidance.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and renewals; ensure adherence to regulatory and service‑level expectations through regular audits.

• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience.

• Proven expertise in benefits design, selection, and administration, including vendor management and cost analysis.
• Strong knowledge of ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and state/federal leave laws.
• Demonstrated experience establishing or enhancing ACA compliance processes, including 1094/1095 reporting and eligibility tracking.
• Experience developing and implementing…