Retirement & Executive Benefits Manager

HDR•Omaha, NE

About The Position

HDR is seeking an experienced Retirement and Executive Benefits Manager to provide leadership and subject-matter expertise for its retirement, employee ownership and executive benefit programs. The role is responsible for ongoing administration, governance and strategic support of HDR’s 401(k), ESOP and executive benefits programs, working with internal partners, service providers, consultants and other external partners. The manager will lead and support retirement benefits staff and help maintain strong controls, regulatory compliance and a positive employee experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent related work experience.
A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience administering retirement and equity projects or programs.
In-depth knowledge of Excel and demonstrated proficiency in PowerPoint and Word.
High integrity when dealing with sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to analyze and problem-solve issues.
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels and external vendors.
Understanding of and commitment to employee ownership culture.
Ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to act independently and exercise judgment and discretion within the scope of the position.

Nice To Haves

Experience administering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Experience with nonqualified deferred compensation and executive benefit programs.
Experience with executive life and supplemental disability programs.
Experience with employee stock or synthetic/phantom equity programs.
Experience supporting retirement-plan matters associated with mergers and acquisitions.
Experience working with retirement-plan committees and governance processes.
CEBS or another relevant benefits or retirement credential.
Experience with Oracle EBS, Oracle Fusion or similar HRIS platforms.
Experience managing or directly leading benefits or retirement professionals.

Responsibilities

Lead administration and ongoing management of HDR’s qualified retirement plans, including the 401(k) and ESOP.
Oversee administration of executive benefit programs, including nonqualified deferred compensation and related executive benefit plans.
Provide leadership and guidance to retirement and executive benefits staff, including work prioritization, development and ongoing support.
Serve as a subject-matter expert on retirement plan administration, ERISA requirements and related regulatory and fiduciary matters.
Coordinate and manage relationships with external plan recordkeepers, consultants, legal counsel, auditors and other external partners.
Oversee retirement-plan compliance activities, including annual audits, regulatory filings, plan testing and required employee communications.
Support plan design reviews and implementation of plan amendments and other program changes.
Oversee employee stock-related retirement plan activities and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
Support retirement-plan activities related to mergers and acquisitions, including plan transitions and integration.
Oversee executive deferred compensation administration and related participant communications.
Develop, review and improve processes, procedures and controls for retirement and executive benefit programs.
Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations and recommend appropriate program or administrative changes.
Partner with Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, Investor Relations, Legal and other corporate functions on retirement and executive benefit matters.
Develop and review employee and executive communications regarding retirement and executive benefit programs.
Respond to complex participant questions and issues and provide guidance on plan provisions and administrative matters.
Prepare analyses, reports and recommendations for HR and company leadership.
Support special projects and strategic initiatives related to retirement, employee ownership and executive benefits.