Benefits Manager

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Milbank is a premier international law firm handling high-profile, complex cases and business transactions through 11 offices worldwide. Our offices work together on an integrated basis, giving us an extraordinary global presence and allowing us to serve a client base that includes the world's leading companies and financial institutions. Milbank is internationally recognized as a leader in major corporate/finance transactions (such as M&A, structured finance, banking, capital markets and project and transportation finance), litigation (including complex commercial, intellectual property, securities and white collar), financial restructuring, and trusts and estates.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative professional to join our team. As a Benefits Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the administration and delivery of the Firm's health, retirement, leave, and wellbeing programs. This role leads benefits operations, compliance, vendor performance, financial administration, employee support and program communications. Works closely with the Director of Benefits & Compensation on strategy, benefits innovation and program enhancements.

Success in this role requires strong communication and collaboration, a proactive and adaptable approach, positive working relationships, and a commitment to exceptional results.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Manage health, retirement, leave, disability, workers’ compensation, and wellbeing programs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable benefits laws and regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, ACA, COBRA and related regulations.
• Lead open enrollment; support the implementation of new or enhanced programs in Workday.
• Manage employee benefit inquiries and deliver a high level of support.
• Support benefits strategy through plan design, renewals, benchmarking, and market analysis.
• Oversee benefits vendors, brokers, audits, plan documentation, tax filings, and operational requirements.
• Manage benefits budgeting, invoice payments, financial reporting and reconciliation activities.
• Develop communications, training, and intranet content to promote employee engagement.
• Support international offices with their benefits programs.
• Supervises the benefits team and supports career development

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of health, retirement, leave, disability, and wellbeing programs.
• Ability to analyze benefits data and develop actionable recommendations.
• Interpret benefits regulations and maintain appropriate safeguards for confidential and protected health information.
• Proficiency with Workday and other HRIS platforms, analytics tools to support data-driven decision making, and program delivery.
• Communicate effectively with employees, Firm leadership, and other key stakeholders.
• Manage multiple priorities with strong project management, and follow-through skills.
• Sound judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and a commitment to employee service.
• Candidate must have at least 5-8 years of progressive benefits experience, including hands-on experience administering health and welfare, retirement, and leave programs.
• Experience managing self-funded health plans, benefits operations, vendors, compliance activities, open enrollment, and team members is required. Experience in a professional services environment and with Workday is preferred.

Why Join Us?

Why Join Us?

Our collaborative culture encourages knowledge sharing, professional growth, and partnership across teams. Employees can work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful initiatives, and make an impact in a dynamic and client-focused environment. If you're looking for a workplace where you can grow professionally, build strong relationships, and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Benefits Include

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
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Compensation

The anticipated base salary range offered for this role will be between $160,000 to $180,000 and represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base compensation range. Actual base compensation will depend upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, performance, qualifications, degrees, and location as well as the needs of the firm. This position is eligible for overtime pay.

We look forward to learning more about you!