Benefits Consultant - Program Manager

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance
Location: Boston
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

Pay PhilosophyThe typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.DescriptionThis position offers a hybrid work structure out of our Boston office, 2 days in office, 3 days from home.Make a meaningful impact on employee benefits with us. At Liberty Mutual we value your hard work, integrity, and commitment to making things better. As a Benefits Consultant, you'll play a key role in enhancing our benefits programs, driving design, implementation, and administration of our programs to that support the well-being of our employees. We foster a supportive environment that appreciates diversity and individuality while prioritizing your professional and personal growth.Liberty Mutual Insurance is seeking a skilled Benefits Consultant to provide technical and consultative support within our Benefits department. If you possess a strong background in benefits program management and are adept at leading projects to enhance employee benefits programs, this position may be right for you. You will play a crucial role in managing benefit programs, vendors and projects, ensuring they meet defined objectives, and providing insights that enhance our overall benefits and well-being strategy.Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with external benefit vendors and service providers, including contract negotiation, performance evaluation, and ongoing communications.
• Establish and maintain management status reports for benefits programs and projects, effectively communicating objectives, scope, direction, and status to teams and stakeholders.
• Recommend and implement improvements to benefits programs, services, and processes. Work independently and provide guidance to leaders, team members regarding benefits programs and policies.
• Manage the implementation of assigned benefits projects, executing project plans to achieve defined objectives and deliver outcomes that exceed expectations.
• Oversee acceptance testing for benefits projects, developing test plans and coordinating testing activities to ensure successful outcomes.
• Prepare recommendations, presentations, and communications on assigned projects, aligning them with overall departmental initiatives and needs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements by developing, reviewing, and maintaining Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs) and other necessary documentation for assigned benefit programs, ensuring clarity and accuracy.Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent training; 5-7 years of progressive experience in benefits management, with strong knowledge of health, welfare, and retirement programs; certification (CEBS, CBP, or SHRM) preferred.
  • Strong project management skills and solid experience in leading project-based work.
  • Strong written communication skills especially in developing benefits-related communications.
  • Experience with and understanding of a variety of technical regulations and laws (e.g.; ERISA; COBRA; statutory requirements, etc.)
  • CEBS designation helpful.About UsAs a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.We are proud to support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, where all employees feel a sense of community, belonging and can do their best work. Our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer a centralized, open space to bring employees and allies together to connect, learn and engage.We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: .Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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