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Accenture

Dec 14, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • Milwaukee
    Remote

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in employee benefits
  • Minimum of 3 years of leading a North America benefits team
  • Experience working with a large organization
  • Excellent at workload prioritization, resource management and project management.
  • Develops and manages processes that are effective and efficient.
  • Maintains effective working relationships across the company, at the group, divisional, functional, and corporate levels.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor, coach and develop team members at various stages of their career paths
  • Able to quickly respond to regulatory changes, executive concerns, internal process issues and escalations
  • Strong understanding of healthcare privacy regulations.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex legal requirements and develop compliance strategies.
  • Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity.
  • Detail-oriented and organized, with the capacity to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership in professional setting; either military or civilian.
  • Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration in a professional setting; either military or civilian.

Responsibilities

  • Accountable for strategy and design of health and welfare and retirement plans and programs, and time off policies for Accenture and its affiliates
  • Responsible for oversight of third party administration of health and welfare, 401(k) and pension plans and insurance company performance
  • Ensure plans are consistently administered in accordance with plan documents; ensure compliance with government regulations and reporting
  • Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiation and plan implementation
  • Develop communications strategy and oversee content, technical resources and communications channels
  • Act as Subject Matter Expert for Accenture and its affiliates; Act as resource for key HR members and Leadership
  • Maintain balance between program effectiveness and employee satisfaction
  • Define and oversee implementation of recommended plan or process improvements
  • Act as authorized fiduciary signatory for plans and trusts
  • Oversee Ventures & Acquisitions and Outsourcing transactions to ensure benefits consistency and legal compliance
  • Ensure data privacy and security protocols are met and continuously review against evolving requirements
  • Align with Global Benefits on initiatives including Consistent Core Benefits
  • Benchmark programs to ensure they continue to align to market standards and Accenture’s values
  • Participate in task forces/teams for large scale projects across multiple functions

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Benefits Lead?

The Benefits Lead is accountable for the strategy and design of health and welfare and retirement plans, overseeing third-party administration, ensuring compliance with government regulations, vendor selection, developing communication strategies, and leading a team of Benefits professionals.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 15 years of experience in employee benefits is required for this position.

Is experience in leading a North America benefits team mandatory?

Yes, a minimum of 3 years of experience leading a North America benefits team is required.

What does the compensation range look like for this role?

The compensation varies depending on factors such as location and experience, with ranges typically between $150,900 and $434,000 depending on the specific state.

What qualifications are preferred for this position?

Preferred qualifications include experience in a large organization, strong leadership skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, excellent analytical skills, and a strong understanding of healthcare privacy regulations.

Will I need to act as a fiduciary for the plans?

Yes, the Benefits Lead will act as an authorized fiduciary signatory for the plans and trusts.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, the position involves mentoring, coaching, and developing team members at various stages of their careers.

How does Accenture support diversity and inclusion?

Accenture is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every employee has a sense of belonging and that diverse perspectives contribute to innovation and creativity within the organization.

What is the structure of the benefits teams?

The Benefits Lead will effectively lead and develop a team of over 20 Benefits professionals working virtually across the US, Canada, and Argentina.

Are there any accommodations available for employees with disabilities?

Yes, Accenture is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for employees who require them due to disabilities or religious observances.

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Accenture

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1989
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations Services, and Accenture Song—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners, and communities.

Culture & Values

  • Client Value Creation

    Enabling clients to become high-performance businesses and creating long-term relationships by being responsive and relevant and by consistently delivering value.

  • One Global Network

    Leveraging the power of global insight, relationships, collaboration and learning to deliver exceptional service to clients wherever they do business

  • Respect for the Individual

    Valuing diversity and unique contributions, fostering a trusting, open and inclusive environment and treating each person in a manner that reflects Accenture’s values.

  • Best People

    Attracting, developing and retaining the best talent for our business, challenging our people, demonstrating a “can-do” attitude and fostering a collaborative and mutually supportive environment.

  • Integrity

    Being ethically unyielding and honest and inspiring trust by saying what we mean, matching our behaviors to our words and taking responsibility for our actions.

  • Stewardship

    Fulfilling our obligation of building a better, stronger and more durable company for future generations, protecting the Accenture brand, meeting our commitments to stakeholders, acting with an owner mentality, developing our people and helping improve communities and the global environment.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage

    Employees have a choice of national plans (PPO, EPO, HDHP) covering a wide range of medical services and prescription drugs.

  • Parental leave

    16 weeks paid maternity leave for birth parents. 8 weeks paid time off for other parents

  • Flexible work arrangements

    Flexible work arrangements help employees achieve work/life balance while also meeting Accenture’s business needs.

  • Paid time off

    PTO encompasses traditional vacation time along with paid sick leave; days vary based on level and tenure from 17 to 27 per year.

  • Holidays

    We provide 8 paid standard holidays and 2 culture days (for any days you choose), in addition to the PTO program.

  • Life Insurance

    Accenture provides you with a basic level of coverage and you can purchase more coverage for yourself and your family.