(Senior) Benefits Manager

Chainlink Labs•Dallas, TX

5d•Remote

About The Position

Chainlink is seeking a seasoned (Senior) Benefits Manager to take full ownership of its global benefits ecosystem. This role involves managing the end-to-end lifecycle of health, welfare, and retirement programs across the US and international markets. The Benefits Manager will be responsible for renewal strategies, employee education, and systematizing benefits data. Reporting to the Director of Total Rewards, this position requires a balance of strategic vendor management and hands-on operational excellence to ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and scalable.

Requirements

Proven experience managing US benefits programs, including renewals and open enrollment, within a multinational company or through a brokerage.
Strong background in benefits design, vendor management, and market benchmarking.
Deep knowledge of self-funded and level-funded healthcare plans, including administration and compliance.
Experience managing 401(k) plans, including compliance testing (ADP/ACP) and vendor selection.
Experience managing international benefits programs across regions such as EMEA, LATAM, or APAC.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, and ability to translate complex data into clear insights.
Self-starter with a builder mindset, capable of operating independently and managing complex projects.

Nice To Haves

Experience in tech, startup, or Web3 environments.
Familiarity with benchmarking tools (e.g., Radford, Mercer) and HRIS/benefits administration systems (e.g., Sequoia).

Responsibilities

Develop and evolve global benefits programs (e.g., health, wellness, retirement, leaves, perks).
Manage broker, carrier, and global provider relationships, evaluating vendors for cost, performance, and competitiveness.
Lead the end-to-end renewal, negotiations, and RFP process for US and international markets, managing over 10 locations and vendors.
Administer and ensure rigorous compliance of all benefit plans, monitoring claims data and regulatory requirements, including administration and compliance of level-funded plans.
Lead global market benchmarking to ensure offerings remain competitive across all regions.
Oversee enrollment processes, audit and redesign workflows and handoff points between internal teams and vendors to eliminate friction.
Build and maintain robust benefits cost-tracking models, variance analysis, and data systems for reporting.
Own the vendor lifecycle from initial RFP and procurement to ongoing performance management and relationship building.
Design and maintain a comprehensive benefits education suite, including internal wikis, slide decks, and guides.
Act as the subject matter expert for complex employee inquiries and lead high-touch open enrollment logistics.