Benefits Manager

Benefits Manager Baton Rouge, LA | Full-Time At LEMOINE , we don't just offer benefits-we invest in people. As a Great Place to Work , our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to supporting our teams both professionally and personally. We're looking for a Benefits Manager who's ready to take ownership of our benefits function, elevate the employee experience, and help us continue building a workplace where people thrive. What You’ll Do You’ll step into a highly visible, high-impact role – owning the full lifecycle of our U.S. benefits and leave programs in a self-insured environment . Key areas of focus include: Benefits & Employee Experience: Lead administration of health and welfare programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA/FSA, retirement, and voluntary benefits) and serve as the go-to resource for employees Leave Management: Oversee FMLA, ADA accommodations, disability, workers’ comp, and multi-state leave programs end-to-end Vendor & Financial Management: Partner with our carriers, TPAs, and broker to manage renewals, service delivery, and benefits spend accuracy Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliance across ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and related requirements; coordinate 5500 filings and audits with outside providers. Open Enrollment: Own the full cycle – from strategy and setup to employee education and execution Process & Systems (Where You’ll Make a Difference): Build scalable processes that improve service delivery and reduce risk Drive process improvements across benefits administration and leave programs Optimize workflows within HR systems and vendor platforms Strengthen data integrity, automation, and reporting capabilities Data & Strategy: Use analytics to inform plan design, manage costs, and improve outcomes for employees What You Bring Bachelor’s degree (HR, Business, or related field) 3–5 years of significant benefits experience, including self-insured plans Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and Section 125 Experience leading open enrollment, audits, and vendor relationships Strong analytical skills with a high attention to detailAbility to communicate complex topics clearly and build trust with employees Preferred Masters degree (HR, Business, or related field) CEBS, CBP, PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar certification Why LEMOINE Great Place to Work Certified - our culture is more than a label; it's how we operate every day Opportunity to improve and evolve a critical function A team environment that values continuous improvement, accountability, and relationships The chance to make a tangible impact on how we support and care for our employees #J-18808-Ljbffr