Benefits Manager

Dykema Gossett PLLC , a leading national law firm, is seeking to hire a Benefits Manager in our Detroit, MI or San Antonio, TX office. The Benefits Manager will oversee the administration of the firm’s health and retirement benefit plans, propose benefit plan designs, negotiate rate renewals, and prepare communications of the benefit program to all firm personnel. They will establish and monitor the firm’s insurance and benefit budget, conduct new hire benefits orientations and benefit termination communications, research and administer government‑mandated benefits and compliance issues, and manage the firm’s leave of absence programs. The manager will oversee day‑to‑day operations of the Benefits team member, process contract attorney payment/benefit arrangements, and handle Member Withdrawal and Retirement agreements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee administration of the firm’s flexible benefit programs which include medical, dental, life, disability, personal accident and the Health and Dependent Reimbursement Accounts, as well as voluntary disability, long‑term care, health savings account, technology benefit and parking reimbursement. Develop benefit plan designs, negotiate rate renewals and prepare communications of the benefit program to all firm members and personnel; conduct and participate in various benefit surveys. Research and resolve outstanding benefit issues, working with insurance carriers to resolve policy discrepancies and researching the provisions of government‑mandated benefits such as COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, Worker’s Compensation, Health Care Reform, etc., and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Prepare and monitor budgets for assigned insurance and other benefit program accounts. Ensure the annual Form 5500 filing and Summary Annual Report for the Welfare Benefit Plans. Ensure the annual IRS electronic filing of Affordable Care Act (ACA) information returns. Update Welfare Summary Plan Descriptions and Plan Documents for the Health, Cafeteria, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts and Short‑term Disability Plans. Administer the firm’s Leave of Absence Program, including drafting and updating policies, consulting with employees, ensuring compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act and other state requirements, approving disability leaves, communicating with supervisors regarding employee status, contacting physicians and labor attorneys, and working with long‑term disability and workers’ compensation carriers on claim disputes. Conduct new‑hire benefit orientation, draft termination communications, and contact departing members, senior counsel, and government policy advisors regarding benefit issues and other departure procedures. Administer the firm’s Wellness program, including employee communications, on‑site seminars, incentive programs, and various challenges. Oversee day‑to‑day responsibilities of the Benefits team member. Occasional travel to other offices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field preferred, or a comparable level of training such as that acquired through additional work experience. Five or more years of experience in employee benefits required. Highly developed communication skills, both oral and written, necessary to discuss sensitive, confidential information with all levels of members and employees. Analytical skills necessary to plan, develop and administer benefit programs and recommend effective policies and procedures. Comprehensive understanding of industry regulations; benefits‑specialist certification preferred. Working knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, payroll/HR and communications applications. Experience with HRIS, such as UltiPro or other technology, is required. Law firm experience or professional services experience preferred.

GREAT BENEFITS FOR GREAT PEOPLE

Dykema offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being and success of our employees both personally and professionally. This includes competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, flexible paid time off (PTO), holiday leave, and a retirement savings plan with profit sharing for eligible employees. Other benefits include flexible spending programs, health savings accounts, commuter benefits, and personal and parental leave programs. We prioritize work‑life balance and offer wellness programs and access to mental health support. Employees also enjoy access to professional development programs, a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, and various employee discounts and perks. The offered salary will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, work location, individual skill set, prior experience, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity. It is the Firm’s policy to provide employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis without regard to age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, domestic partner relationship, physical characteristics, disability, or other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. Dykema will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the known disabilities of employees who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions of the jobs involved. It is the responsibility of every individual concerned with personnel actions to ensure that these activities are administered consistently with the Firm’s goal of furthering equal employment opportunity.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job posting is intended to describe the essential duties and responsibilities, the specialized job functions, and the essential requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, non‑essential requirements, or to reflect any accommodations made under the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Michigan Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dykema