Who We Are 

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at www.bgis.com 

We are looking to have a full-time Benefits Manager join our team! This position requires strong knowledge of US Benefits programs and it can be held hybrid from any of our BGIS offices in Canada. Travel to the US will be required annually. 

SUMMARY  

The Benefits Manager leads all United States team member health and welfare benefits and communicating benefits and policy information as needed to team members and healthcare providers. The position works with team members and fellow HR team members to support benefits initiatives and company strategies. The Benefits Manager leads others, positively exemplifying BGIS values.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  

Program Management

Review benefit offerings from a strategic company standpoint both annually and as required for business needs. Contribute to analysis of benefit programs in acquisition activities.

Administration

Manage all team member benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending & health savings accounts, life insurance, temporary disability, ancillary benefits, and 401(k).  Act as liaison between team member and Third-Party Administrator to assist in communicating benefit and policy information. Ensures billing or coverage issues are handled timely and accurately. Provide guidance and assistance to all team members regarding benefit plans when questions and special circumstances arise.  Assist HR VP in recommending new or modified plans and team member benefit policies and supervises administration of existing plans.  Prepare and executes benefit documentation such as original and amended plan texts, benefit agreements and insurance policies. Facilitate the quarterly 401k Fiduciary Committee meetings to ensure plan compliance and best practices.  Direct efforts with brokers, vendors, and internal payroll department to provide timely and effective communication, claims and billing processes. Ensure team member census data is accurate and timely, including data entry as needed. Supervise and directs work of Benefit Specialist. Ensure claims and bills are paid timely. Administer BGIS leave management programs in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and oversee vendor for FMLA and disability claims.  Lead annual open enrollment meetings and configure annual system set-up.   Coordinate employee benefit seminars for the Team Member First program and other benefits.   Advise and counsels management and team members on existing benefits. Contribute to the completion of other key initiatives as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS 

A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience and five (5) years of experience in human resources and/or United States benefits administration required.  CEBS or PHR/SPHR certification preferred. Strategic approach to building benefit program portfolios, providing competitive options to team members and meeting corporate business goals. Ability to work quickly and accurately with extremely detailed and complex data required. Highly developed sense of urgency required. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required. Collaborative approach with other HR specialty areas and contribute positively to overall teamwork. Time management skills to prioritize competing requests and activities. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred. 

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

None required.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success! 

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. 

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