Manager – Retirement Plans

Bon Secours Mercy Health

. Serve as the subject matter expert and manager for employer-sponsored retirement programs .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $51 - $82 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing employer-sponsored retirement programs, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and overseeing plan administration and vendor relationships. Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and resolving participant issues while leading and directing staff effectively.

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Retirement Plan AdministrationCompliance With Employee Benefit LawsVendor Relationship ManagementBudgeting And ForecastingProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Retirement Program ManagementRegulatory ComplianceData IntegrationAnalytical SkillsPlan Provision InterpretationAudit ManagementProcess ImprovementProject ManagementReportingVariance Analysis

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

HRISPayroll SystemsVendor Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)

Industry Keywords

Defined ContributionDefined BenefitEmployee BenefitsRetirement PlansCompliance TestingRegulatory FilingsService Provider Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the subject matter expert and manager for employer-sponsored retirement programs
Support strategic and operational oversight of retirement programs
Manage daily retirement plan administration, initiatives, projects, and process improvements
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including audits, compliance testing, regulatory filings, and required reporting
Prepare and present materials for retirement plan committee meetings
Develop and manage retirement plan budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses
Interpret plan provisions and guide vendors and internal stakeholders
Review service provider reports and take appropriate action
Oversee data integrations between internal systems and external vendors
Resolve escalated participant issues, including claims and appeals
Support organizational transactions impacting retirement plans
Monitor regulatory changes with internal and external partners
Lead and provide direction to assigned staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Human Resources, Accounting, or a related field required
Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) preferred
Other relevant retirement or benefits-related professional designations preferred
8–10+ years of progressive retirement plan administration experience across defined contribution, defined benefit, or similar programs required
Knowledge of employee benefit laws and regulations required
Experience working with outsourced retirement plan administrators and vendors required
Experience with HRIS and payroll systems and complex system interfaces preferred
Ability to interpret plan provisions and regulatory requirements
Analytical skills related to budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
Ability to manage vendor relationships and evaluate service provider performance
Problem-solving skills to address participant issues and operational challenges
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Incentives
Referral bonuses
403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
HSA/FSA options
Life insurance
Mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off
Parental and FMLA leave
Short- and long-term disability
Backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance
Professional development and continuing education support