Manager, Benefits

Manager, Benefits

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. We've nurtured some of music's most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.

Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we're committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.

The Benefits team is part of Sony Music Entertainment's (SME) People Experience (PX) Department, and has responsibility of developing, negotiating, and customizing the health, welfare, and retirement programs for employees of SME.

The Benefits Manager will oversee health insurance, wellness initiatives, leave policies, and other ancillary benefits as well as providing the team with support on retirement plans. This role is key in ensuring the organization remains competitive and compliant while fostering employee well-being, engagement, and retention.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee day-to-day administration of all employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, wellness programs, and leave of absence policies.
• Support the development of recommendations for creative and cost-effective benefits strategies that align with organizational goals and employee needs.
• Partner with consultants to conduct regular benchmarking and analysis to ensure benefit offerings are competitive within the market and industry.
• Prepare and file required federal, state, and local reports and disclosures in accordance with regulations such as ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and other relevant legislation.
• Lead and coordinate key aspects of large-scale projects, such as benefit implementations, plan migrations, or major process enhancements, ensuring timely execution and successful outcomes.
• Regularly evaluating leave management processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement and implementing enhancements to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and improve the employee experience.
• Act as a liaison between employees, insurance providers, consultants/brokers, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and deliver clear communication plans regarding benefits programs, including annual open enrollment, new hire and ongoing employee education. Prepare materials, host seminars/webinars, and respond to employee inquiries, as needed.
• Participate in the preparation of materials for the Health & Welfare Benefits Committee meetings.
• Analyze data on benefits utilization, costs, and trends. Prepare regular reports for senior leadership, highlighting areas for improvement and potential cost savings.
• Stay informed about emerging benefits trends, regulatory changes, and best practices. Recommend and implement enhancements to existing programs as needed.
• Provide back-up support to the Sr. Manager, Benefits on retirement plan programs, as needed.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the effective administration and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs, adapting to evolving organizational priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with global benefits projects, including providing analysis, reviewing documentation, and supporting coordination with vendors and local PX.
• Support ongoing global benefits operations, including maintaining global benefits documentation, coordinating with vendors and local PX on global benefits programs.

Who You Are:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in employee benefits administration.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employee benefits, including plan design, compliance, and administration.
• Strong understanding of applicable laws and regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, 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 benefits concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information.
• Experience with vendor management and negotiation is strongly preferred.

What We Give You:

• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next
• Time off for a winter recess

Sony Music is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The anticipated annual base salary does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

New York Pay Range

$95,000 - $105,000 USD