Manager, Corporate Retirement Program

Lubrizol Corporation•Wickliffe, OH

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you. As the owner of our Corporate Retirement Program, you will run the day-to-day administration, compliance, and operational performance of our U.S. and Canada retirement programs within a corporate Total Rewards environment. This role is focused on plan operations, regulatory compliance, and vendor oversight.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required.
5+ years of experience in retirement plan administration and compliance, preferably in a large corporate environment.
Strong expertise in ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulations governing retirement plans.
Experience managing annual plan audits and preparing Form 5500 filings.
Proven project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross-functionally.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience administering non-qualified deferred compensation plans highly preferred.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite; experience with benefits administration systems preferred.
Professional certification (CEBS, QPA, or similar) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end administration of defined contribution (401(k)), defined benefit (pension), and nonqualified deferred compensation plans, ensuring accurate and timely execution of all plan activities
Lead all annual compliance activities, including Form 5500 preparation and filing, nondiscrimination testing, and coordination and execution of plan audits
Manage plan operations in partnership with recordkeepers, trustees, actuaries, and third-party administrators, ensuring service levels, data accuracy, and issue resolution
Oversee pension plan administration, including participant transactions, benefit calculations, and coordination with actuaries to ensure regulatory compliance and funding alignment
Administer nonqualified deferred compensation plans, including deferral elections, distributions, and participant communications
Monitor and interpret changes to ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulations, translating regulatory updates into compliant plan processes, documentation, and controls
Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements for union retirement plans, partnering effectively with internal stakeholders and union representatives
Resolve complex participant issues and escalations, ensuring a high level of accuracy, responsiveness, and service
Develop, maintain, and audit plan documentation, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance and operational consistency
Create and deliver clear employee communications and education on retirement plan features, changes, and compliance requirements
Support broader Total Rewards initiatives and cross-functional projects as needed