Job Title: Benefits Manager (Temporary)
Location: Onsite – Oakland, CA
Duration: Through July
Pay Range: $80 - $85 per hour

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Benefits Manager to join our team on a temporary basis through July. This role requires an individual who can take ownership of the full scope of benefits administration while working onsite in Oakland as part of a small, agile team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, leave policies, and flexible spending accounts.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries and issues.

• Lead vendor management, including negotiations and ongoing relationships.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations relating to employee benefits.

• Analyze benefits data to inform recommendations and strategic decisions.

• Communicate clearly and effectively with internal stakeholders and external providers.

• Present benefit information to employees in both large and small group settings, virtually and in-person.

• Collaborate closely with HR partners to support staff development and engagement initiatives.

• Foster a team-oriented, collaborative work environment.

Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and regulatory requirements.

• Proven experience in benefits administration and vendor negotiation.

• Ability to thrive in a lean team environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Comfortable with both in-person and virtual presentations.

• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and staff development.

Preferred Tools & Software:

• Slack: Primary communication tool

• Workday: HRIS experience is a plus

• Coupa: For invoice management

• Concur: Familiarity with expense reporting

• Google Workspace (Gsuite): Proficiency required

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance