Manager, Benefits

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day administration of all employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HSA, and wellness programs.
• Support the development of creative and cost-effective benefits strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Partner with consultants to conduct regular benchmarking and analysis to ensure market competitiveness.
• Prepare and file required federal, state, and local reports in accordance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and FMLA regulations.
• Lead large-scale projects such as benefit implementations, plan migrations, or process enhancements.
• Evaluate and streamline leave management processes to improve the employee experience.
• Act as a liaison between employees, insurance providers, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and deliver clear communication plans, including annual open enrollment and employee education materials.
• Analyze benefits utilization, costs, and trends to provide regular reports to senior leadership.
• Assist with global benefits projects and support ongoing global benefits operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in employee benefits administration.
• Comprehensive knowledge of plan design, compliance, and administration.
• Strong understanding of applicable laws and regulations including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and FMLA.
• Proficiency in HRIS/benefits administration systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vendor management and negotiation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Voluntary benefits including identity theft protection, mental health resources, and fertility coverage.
• Paid leave for childbirth, bonding, and caregivers.
• Subsidized back-up child and elder care.
• Reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans.
• Time off for a winter recess.

About the Company

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We’ve played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators.