Datavant is a data platform company and the world’s leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world’s leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care. By joining Datavant today, you’re stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we’re rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare’s most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare. The Senior Manager, Benefits role is a leader in the administration and continuous improvement of our employee benefits programs. In this role, you will lead a team of benefits specialists and serve as a key partner to Total Rewards, Finance, and People teams to ensure our benefits offerings are competitive, equitable, cost-effective, and aligned with Datavant’s values and culture. This role will ensure that Datavant’s benefits strategy supports the attraction, retention, and well-being of our team members. **Key Responsibilities** + **Program Leadership:** Manage the end-to-end management of Datavant’s benefits programs (health, dental, vision, disability, life, wellness, EAP, retirement, etc.). + **Team Leadership:** Lead, coach, and develop a team of benefits specialists responsible for day-to-day benefits operations, escalations, and employee support. + **Vendor Management:** Work with benefits vendors on a frequent basis. + **Strategic Projects:** Lead and participate in key initiatives, including benefits harmonization across acquired companies, continued implementation of reference-based pricing models, and the evaluation of new benefit offerings. + **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Partner with the Total Rewards team, HRBPs, Legal, and Finance to align benefits programs with overall rewards philosophy and business needs. + **Compliance & Governance:** Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations (e.g., ACA, HIPAA, ERISA), as well as internal controls and audit processes. + **Employee Experience:** Develop and/or execute on clear and compelling communication strategies to drive awareness and understanding of benefits programs, including open enrollment planning and execution along with year-round education. **Basic Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field. + 7+ years of progressive experience in benefits management, including hands-on experience leading benefits programs and teams. + Demonstrated experience managing benefits harmonization projects, including during M&A or organizational transitions. + Familiarity with reference-based pricing models and their implementation. + Solid understanding of benefits accounting, including accruals and cost tracking. + Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and developing teams. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and build trust across stakeholders. + Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets and comfort working with data. + Working knowledge of U.S. benefits compliance requirements (e.g., ACA, HIPAA, ERISA). + Prior experience working cross-functionally with Total Rewards, Finance, Legal, and HRBP teams. + Experience managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts. + Exposure to global benefits or supporting international teams. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience in a high-growth or fast-paced, scaling company environment. + Familiarity with Oracle or similar HRIS platforms. + Experience in private equity backed companies. We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services. The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job. The estimated total cash compensation range for this role is: $162,000—$190,000 USD To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion. This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here (https://www.datavant.com/eeo-commitment-statement) . Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal) , explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. At the end of this application, you will find a set of voluntary demographic questions. 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