Human Capital Benefits Lead

Position Overview

System High Corporation delivers the most advanced protection and secrecy solutions to secure and strengthen critical missions, programs, operations, and intelligence activities. We are seeking a Benefits Lead to join our growing Human Capital Department.

The Benefits Lead is responsible for the strategic administration and compliance of all employee benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability plans, medical leave programs, and the 401(k) plan. This role ensures accurate data management, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience through effective communication and process improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Benefits Administration
  
  
  
  • Maintain accurate benefits enrollments in HRIS and ensure timely updates to vendors.
  • Perform regular audits of enrollments and payroll deductions; process adjustments as needed.
  • Reconcile and approve monthly benefit invoices.
  
  
  
  
• Employee Support
  
  
  
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for benefit inquiries, claims issues, life events, and plan changes.
  • Coordinate employee education campaigns for benefits and wellness programs.
  • Assist with new-hire orientations and manage COBRA enrollments.
  
  
  
  
• Compliance & Reporting
  
  
  
  • Ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and state regulations.
  • Manage medical leave and accommodations in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Complete annual reporting requirements, including 5500 filings and non-discrimination testing.
  
  
  
  
• Vendor & Program Management
  
  
  
  • Lead regular meetings with benefits broker, financial advisor, and other vendors.
  • Manage the 401(k) plan, including contribution changes, loans, withdrawals, and QDROs.
  • Oversee Open Enrollment and related communications.
  
  
  
  
• Continuous Improvement
  
  
  
  • Analyze benefit offerings and recommend enhancements to support employee well-being and organizational goals.
  • Keep internal and external benefit-related documents, guides, and policies current.
  
  
  
  

Required Skills and Abilities

• Deep knowledge of employee benefits programs and applicable laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reconciliations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex information clearly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High level of confidentiality and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• 3-5 years of HR experience with a focus on benefits administration

Additional Information

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that are not listed in this job description.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career.

• System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring their whole self to the mission.
• System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting@systemhigh.com.
• Legal notices can be viewed on the following PDFs: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; EPPA Notice; FMLA Notice

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