Director, Benefits

Tandem Diabetes Care

. Lead the Employee Benefits function for the organization .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Employee Benefits management, including compliance with federal and global regulations such as ERISA, FMLA, and HIPAA. Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives, manage vendor relationships, and influence senior leadership in benefits strategy and implementation.

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Employee Benefits ManagementRegulatory Compliance (ERISA, FMLA, HIPAA)Vendor ManagementProject ManagementHRIS Systems

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Hard Skills

Employee Benefits ProgramsSelf-Funded Insurance PlansCOBRAStatistical Data AnalysisConflict ResolutionLeave Management AdministrationFinancial Savings ProgramsPaid Time Off ProgramsNondiscrimination TestingOrganizational Policy Implementation

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior LeadersFacilitating MeetingsMaintaining ConfidentialityProblem DiagnosisTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

HRIS SystemsMicrosoft Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

PHRSPHR

Industry Keywords

Medical DeviceBiotechPharmaceuticalGlobal EmployersMulti-State Employment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Employee Benefits function for the organization
Serve as the subject matter expert on benefits across the US, Canada, and regions in EMEA
Partner with HR and Finance leadership on benefits strategy and budget
Drive benefits processes and efficiencies with the HR leadership team
Educate, advise, and influence management and employees on benefits initiatives
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and global benefits laws
Provide strategic leadership for the design, development, implementation, administration, and communication of benefits, wellness, and leave programs
Evaluate, select, and manage vendors, brokers, and carriers
Monitor service levels, costs, utilization, and other metrics
Assess market trends and refine the company’s benefits strategy
Develop communication and education strategies for benefits, PTO, financial savings, and leave programs
Ensure compliance with ERISA, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, Form 5500 filings, nondiscrimination testing, and audits
Review, update, and implement organizational policies for US and global regulatory compliance
Oversee leave management administration and employee support
Partner with HR Business Partners on complex or escalated leave situations
Partner with internal SOX and IT teams to ensure SOX compliance
Ensure compliance with privacy/HIPAA and other legal and regulatory requirements
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience
PHR, SPHR, or other HR-related certifications strongly preferred
12 years’ progressive experience developing, implementing, and measuring Employee Benefit programs globally
5 years’ experience leading teams of Employee Benefits
Strong knowledge of self-funded insurance plans, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, unemployment, disability, financial savings, and paid time off programs
Experience with multi-state and global employers
Strong knowledge of HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications
Experience presenting to and influencing senior business leaders
Ability to analyze data statistically and report results in written or graphical formats
Ability to diagnose problems and implement appropriate solutions
Ability to facilitate meetings and manage conflict resolution
Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
Ability to lead cross-functional project teams
Excellent project management skills
Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced medical device, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment preferred
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is unavailable