Evaluate, design, and recommend benefit programs based on overall effectiveness, benchmarks, market assessment, business strategy, and cost impactLead implementation of benefits programs; propose program improvements as neededEnsure that benefit plans are administered in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations including but not limited to ERISA, DOL, IRSPrepare and monitor budget for benefits plansInteract with employees to resolve issues with a high degree of… Show more Evaluate, design, and recommend benefit programs based on overall effectiveness, benchmarks, market assessment, business strategy, and cost impactLead implementation of benefits programs; propose program improvements as neededEnsure that benefit plans are administered in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations including but not limited to ERISA, DOL, IRSPrepare and monitor budget for benefits plansInteract with employees to resolve issues with a high degree of confidentiality, empathy, and customer serviceManage annual Open Enrollment, responding to employee inquiries and lead information sessionsOversee integrated absence management program including short-term disability, long-term disability, FMLA, and PTO/FTOExpand and improve benefits employee reference materials including knowledgebase articles, sites, guides, and targeted communicationsLead, develop, and motivate a team of professionals in accomplishing goals associated with benefits, LOA, etc. Review and verify employee information processed in the HRIS (ADP) ensuring data integrity and accurate benefits reporting Show less

Administer employee benefit programs such as retirement plans; medical, dental, vision plans; life insurance plans; temporary disability programs; and wellness programs.Develop specifications for new plans or modify existing plans to:* Maintain company's competitive position in labor market, and* Obtain uniform benefits package for all company locations, where possible.* Recommend classes of eligible employees for new or modified plans. Develop census data and solicit… Show more Administer employee benefit programs such as retirement plans; medical, dental, vision plans; life insurance plans; temporary disability programs; and wellness programs.Develop specifications for new plans or modify existing plans to:* Maintain company's competitive position in labor market, and* Obtain uniform benefits package for all company locations, where possible.* Recommend classes of eligible employees for new or modified plans. Develop census data and solicit insurance companies for quotations. Evaluates quotation and make recommendations to management. * Develop company cost information for new plans and make premium cost share recommendations to management.* Assure company compliance with provisions of Employee Retirement Income Security Act and the Affordable Care Act. * Supervise preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies, such as Internal Revenue Service, Department of Labor, insurance commissioners, and other regulatory agencies. * Review and analyze changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits, and report necessary or suggested changes to management. * Coordinate company benefits with government-sponsored programs.* Develop benefits information and statistical and census data for actuaries, insurance carriers and management.* Handle benefits inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, courteous resolution. * Maintain contact in person, and by phone or mail, with hospitals, physicians, insurance companies, employees, and beneficiaries to facilitate proper and complete utilization of benefits for all employees.* Supervise maintenance of enrollment and claims records for all benefits plans.* Supervise Benefits Team Show less

Managing and administrating healthcare and retirement plans for entire North American and Canadian regionsLOA Management for 18,000 employees in multiple states. Weekly Excel ReportingManaging annual Open Enrollment and Health FairLead for Workday integration for absent management tenant. Presenting bi-weekly new hire orientation and Leave of Absence orientationResponding to daily employee and management inquires via Service Now ticket system.Process 401k, 1165e and RRSP… Show more Managing and administrating healthcare and retirement plans for entire North American and Canadian regionsLOA Management for 18,000 employees in multiple states. Weekly Excel ReportingManaging annual Open Enrollment and Health FairLead for Workday integration for absent management tenant. Presenting bi-weekly new hire orientation and Leave of Absence orientationResponding to daily employee and management inquires via Service Now ticket system.Process 401k, 1165e and RRSP bi-weekly funding and annual audits Process monthly reimbursement for Wellness ProgramCOBRA Administration Maintain benefits mailbox Monthly invoicing/reconciliation on SAPLiaison between employees and vendors/Problem SolverAdministration of Service Awards, New Baby Gift Card, Matching Gift program and varies perk plans.Partner with Payroll to review bi-weekly benefit deductions report Show less

• Health & Welfare essential job functions • Responsible for managing the Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit plans• Project Management • Key influencer to executive leadership• Documented processes and relative details as it relates to plan administration• Prepared plan communications to participants to ensure regulatory compliance and understanding among participants• Researched and prepared documentation that ensured all benefit plans were in… Show more • Health & Welfare essential job functions • Responsible for managing the Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit plans• Project Management • Key influencer to executive leadership• Documented processes and relative details as it relates to plan administration• Prepared plan communications to participants to ensure regulatory compliance and understanding among participants• Researched and prepared documentation that ensured all benefit plans were in compliance with all applicable laws, including ERISA• Changed approach or method to best fit the situation• Executed various secure data feeds to off-site benefits and 3rd-party administration vendors • Prepared responses for assorted data requests internally as well as from actuaries and auditors• Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events• Performs related duties as assigned by management• Assisted in the execution of annual compliance activities including non-discrimination testing, 5500’s, PBGC filings and plan audits.• Participated in training programs related to Benefits activities and services that ensured compliance with government legislation and regulations• Committed to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals Show less

•Operationally manage various employee benefit programs such as medical, dental, vision, flexible spending plans, life insurance, disability plans and other benefit offerings.•Maintains PeopleSoft system as it pertains to benefits.•Assists with assessment of vendor performance relative to service level expectations and regulatory obligations.•Researches and answers questions and concerns on non-routine benefit matters. •As Special Projects Contributor: Conducts special benefits… Show more •Operationally manage various employee benefit programs such as medical, dental, vision, flexible spending plans, life insurance, disability plans and other benefit offerings.•Maintains PeopleSoft system as it pertains to benefits.•Assists with assessment of vendor performance relative to service level expectations and regulatory obligations.•Researches and answers questions and concerns on non-routine benefit matters. •As Special Projects Contributor: Conducts special benefits studies/analysis related to the acquisition or divestiture of new business including any outsourcing assignments•As technical expert and administrator for the C&W 401(k) Savings Plans: Assists in the development of retirement plan policies and procedures for the Cushman & Wakefield 401(k) Plan. •Oversees day to day 401(k) operations to ensure following processing are completed successfully and on a timely basis including: Processing the HR indicative data file to recordkeeper, Processing semi-monthly and bi-weekly payroll reports, Processing quarterly contribution reports for Payroll Administers “Hardship Withdrawal” process, Monthly review of “bad” data reporting, Annual adjustment to “in-service” withdrawal amounts, On-going monitoring of delinquent loan and payroll coordination, Reconciling and payment of plan administrative fees as compared to fee credits Show less

CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Reduce healthcare spending by developing new plan designs, RFP for healthcare broker, Created employee communication for all benefit plans, Administered and managed benefit plans for 700+ employees, Monetary recognition for annual open enrollment presentations, Organized successful annual Health Fair for Wellness Program.