Benefits Program Manager - Chicago, IL - Remote Possible

This position can either be aligned with our Chicago office or remote within that geographic area.

Reporting to the Head of Global Benefits, the Benefits Program Manager will be responsible for the design and administration of Argo Group’s benefit’s and retirement programs. This role will work  closely with in-country stakeholders from HR, finances and business leadership to develop, administer and communicate company benefits. In this role, the qualified individual will have the opportunity to review and streamline benefit administration and strive for constant process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Support US benefits initiatives and programs to align with business strategy and ensure the right mix of offerings are available to attract and retain employees.
• Work with benefits brokers on all benefit issues, including monthly and annual review of health benefits, costing, plan design changes and ensuring, a high level of employee satisfaction and escalated claims issues are resolved quickly and accurately.
• Ensures program compliance with applicable local and national governance and employment for all employee benefit programs.
• Provides Executive Benefit Orientation/Support
• Manages process for the annual plan audits, working with external auditors and gathering data for 5500’s, ACA reporting/1095-C and state required filings.
• Manages all aspects of annual open benefit enrollment process.
• Works with communications team for open enrollment timeline and reminder communications
• Review vendor contracts and conduct vendor RFPs as necessary.
• Support the development of Summary Plan Descriptions and Plan Documents .
• Prepare detailed analytical reports as requested.
• Develop a communications strategy to ensure benefit programs are communicated in a meaningful and relevant manner that engages and educates employees.
• Develop and manage a Global Wellness Program
• Oversee administration for 401k, SERP and pension plans with process improvement initiatives in mind
• Continuous Improvement Projects

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant experience required at least 5 - 10 years, of progressively challenging experience in a benefits department of a multinational corporation; subject matter expertise in Global Benefits.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities at a brisk pace and flexibility to meet business needs.
• Ability to think globally, strategically, and objectively and experience developing and implementing large scale projects and change initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to present complex issues in a manner that is easy to understand.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and an ability to establish and maintain credibility with senior management individuals/audiences; tactful, mature and flexible.
• Must have strong planning and organization skills.
• HRIS systems (Workday preferred), moderate to advance Excel, presentation writing and presenting to large groups, effective written communications
• Innovative, creative thinking, problem solver and team player.

PLEASE NOTE:  At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Culture Fit & Impact: Argo’s Values

Demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit:

• Get the job done in a non-bureaucratic, resourceful manner.
• Create a culture of accountability ensuring the delivery of world-class products and services.

Do the right thing:

• Act with integrity always.
• Adhere to the commitments set forth in the Argo Group Environmental, Social and Governance program.

Collaborate:

• Create an open and transparent environment in which diverse experience, skill sets, and individuals can team together to drive optimal outcomes.
• Encourage and include unique perspectives at all times.

Respect each other:

• Create an environment that promotes dialogue, mutual support and cooperation between and among all, where people are fun to be around, proud of what they do, and willing to achieve beyond normal expectations.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin or citizenship (including language use restrictions), denial of family and medical care leave, disability (mental and physical) , including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, child birth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 

PLEASE NOTE:  At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Argo Group, please contact our Benefits Department.

To all recruitment agencies:  Unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with Argo Group, please do not forward any resumes to Argo Group employees.   Argo Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.