Responsibilities Related Companies is seeking an experienced and strategic Benefits Manager to help with the overall administration of our Benefits program. In this role, you will collaborate with the Benefits team on the day-to-day administration of our Health & Welfare plans, manage benefit vendor relationships, and assist in the overall strategy of the program. This position will report directly to the Director of Benefits, and is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative Human Resources team at Related Companies. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Collaborate on the administration of various benefits plans including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, wellness plans, and retirement plans. Manage and maintain carrier/vendor relationships. Serve as first point of contact for all benefit inquiries. Research complex issues and provide resolutions. Ensure all company plans are compliant with applicable rules and regulations, and handle state and federal audits and filings. Lead annual benefits open enrollment process, including communications, elections and audits. Evaluate current benefit offerings and make recommendations based on plan designs, quotes, experience and population needs. Stay up-to-date with new offerings, trends, tools, and best practices. Partner frequently with internal departments, such as finance, payroll and IT. Oversee the company wellness program, including event planning and budget management. Partner with the communications team to create and distribute benefits-related materials, such as vendor updates, quarterly newsletters, and key announcements. Compensation $110,000 - $140,000 / year Annual performance based bonus Qualifications BA or BS from an accredited university. 6+ years of progressive benefits experience. Expertise managing US employee benefits and vendor relationships. Thorough knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA and other state/federal requirements. Experience working with a diverse workforce, including corporate and site employee Data-driven, with the motivation and skills to improve Benefits analytics. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Familiarity with HRIS systems and reporting, preferably UKG. Ability to work autonomously and make thoughtful decisions quickly. Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and grow junior members of the team. Excellent time management and organizational skills, and the ability to be agile/pivot quickly as company needs change. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience with pension plans and Union populations a plus. Related values diversity in backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are deliberate about the team and culture we are building. We aim to ensure competitive total compensation that is commensurate with experience, workplace geography, and market standards. For information about how we use your personal information, including information submitted for career opportunities, please review our Privacy Policy at https://www.related.com/privacy-policy. #LI-JF1 #TRC #LI-ONSITE Overview Related Companies is a global real estate and lifestyle company defined by innovation and the most prominent privately-owned real estate firm in the United States with over sixty billion in assets owned or under development including the 28-acre Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side, The Grand and Related Santa Clara in California and The 78 in Chicago. Formed over 45 years ago, Related is the largest private owner of affordable housing and a fully-integrated, highly diversified industry leader with experience in virtually every aspect of design, development, acquisitions, management, finance, hospitality, sustainability, and sales. Related’s mixed-use, residential and commercial office properties have been consistently heralded for their placemaking vision – bringing together iconic design, arts and culture, dynamic programming, and innovative wellness programs. Headquartered in New York City, Related has offices and major developments in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, South Florida, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi and London, and boasts a team of approximately 4,000 professionals. Related was recently named to Fast Company Magazine’s list of the 50 Most Innovative Companies in the World. For more information about Related, please visit www.related.com.