Benefits Manager

Benefits Manager Spring Education Group (AZ), 9105 E Del Camino Dr, Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America Req #10235 Friday, April 18, 2025

Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.

Spring Education Group is seeking a skilled and experienced Benefits Manager to join our team and oversee the administration and management of employee benefits for a large, multi-state organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of group benefits and 401(k) administration, strong leadership and management skills, exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a proven track record in managing leaves of absence, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation programs.

As the Benefits Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring a competitive and compliant benefits offering, maintaining alignment with all relevant regulations and policies, and advising leadership on emerging trends and opportunities for continuous improvement. This position reports to the Senior Director of Benefits & Wellness.

**This is a hybrid role based out of our Scottsdale, AZ office.**

Key Qualifications:

Were looking for someone who brings a strong blend of subject-matter expertise and leadership capabilities, particularly in:

• Group benefits and 401(k) plan administration
• Leaves of absence (LOA), ADA accommodations, and workers compensation programs
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations (ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, etc.)
• Team leadership and vendor management experience
• Advanced Excel proficiency and data analysis skills

Key Responsibilities:

Benefits Program Oversight

• Manage all aspects of the companys benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), leave of absence/accommodations, and workers compensation.
• Ensure benefit offerings are competitive, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals.

LOA & Workers Compensation Management

• Oversee administration of leaves of absence (FMLA, ADA, etc.) and workers compensation, partnering with third-party vendors to ensure accurate tracking, compliance, and employee support.

401(k) Plan Administration

• Manage eligibility, enrollment, employer match, loans, compliance testing, annual financial audits, and participant communications.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop a team of benefits administrators, ensuring high-quality customer service and timely support for employees.

Open Enrollment Project Management

• Lead Open Enrollment annually from planning through execution, including vendor coordination, benefit communications, and system setup.

Benefits Operations & Compliance

• Handle day-to-day operations such as benefit enrollments, COBRA, vendor file transfers, invoice processing, ACA compliance, and audits.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable laws and internal policies.

Vendor Management & Communications

• Build strong relationships with carriers and vendors to optimize service delivery and address escalations.

Data-Driven Insights

• Analyze benefit utilization and cost data, preparing reports to guide strategic decision-making and identify improvement opportunities.

Process Optimization

• Document processes, develop employee-facing materials, and continuously assess and improve internal procedures.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in benefits administration, including health and retirement plans
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
• Experience managing LOA and workers compensation programs
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Experience with benefits platforms (Dayforce experience is a plus)
• CEBS, CBP, or similar professional certification preferred

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively Company) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination. Other details

• Job Function Home Office
• Pay Type Salary
• Employment Indicator Full Time
• Required Education Bachelors Degree