Retirement Specialist

Retirement Specialist

The Retirement Specialist is responsible for the administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of Victaulic's retirement programs, supporting employees, retirees, and beneficiaries throughout the retirement lifecycle. This role serves as a key resource for retirement plan guidance, ensures regulatory compliance, and partners with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver a seamless and engaging retirement experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Retirement Plan Administration Administer and maintain company-sponsored retirement programs, including 401(k), pension, and retiree medical plans, ensuring accurate and timely processing of enrollments, contributions, distributions, and plan changes.
• Employee & Retiree Support Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, retirees, and beneficiaries by providing clear, timely guidance on retirement options, plan features, and life-event transitions.
• Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to all applicable federal and state regulations (e.g., ERISA, IRS, DOL requirements), including supporting audits, filings, and nondiscrimination testing.
• Education & Communication Develop and deliver engaging communications, tools, and presentations that improve employee understanding of retirement benefits and drive participation and informed decision-making.
• Vendor & Partner Management Collaborate with external vendors, recordkeepers, and consultants to ensure high-quality service delivery, resolve issues, and optimize plan performance.
• Reporting & Data Analysis Maintain accurate plan records and generate reports on participation, contributions, and plan performance; identify trends and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Program Improvement & Strategy Support Contribute to the evaluation and enhancement of retirement programs by identifying opportunities for process improvements, cost efficiencies, and increased employee engagement.
• Acquisition Integration & Transition Support Support retirement plan due diligence and integration activities related to mergers and acquisitions. This includes reviewing acquired company retirement programs, identifying compliance and operational risks, supporting transition strategies (e.g., plan consolidation, vendor alignment, or interim administration), and managing the "in-between" state to ensure continuity and compliance until full integration is complete.

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience 35 years of experience in retirement plan administration, benefits, or a related field, preferably within a corporate environment.
• Knowledge Working knowledge of retirement plan regulations and compliance requirements (ERISA, IRS, DOL), as well as industry best practices.
• Skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly; high attention to detail and organizational skills; analytical mindset with experience interpreting data and generating insights; proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with HRIS and retirement plan administration systems preferred.
• Certifications (Preferred) CEBS, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or similar professional designation.