Role Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic US Benefits Manager to join our Total Rewards team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for implementing and managing comprehensive benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. Your expertise will help drive employee engagement, well-being, and overall job satisfaction. This manager will report to the Director of Global Benefits.

Team Summary:
You will be part of the Total Rewards team, a dedicated group responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive compensation and benefits programs that align with athenahealth’s commitment to employee well-being and organizational success. This team collaborates cross-functionally to ensure offerings are competitive, compliant, and effectively communicated to employees globally. The team values data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement to enhance employee experience.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and administer competitive benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision and wellbeing plans.
Design and deliver clear, concise communications to employees, managers, and HR teams about benefits programs, ensuring high levels of engagement and understanding.
Analyze benefits data and trends using reporting tools to inform strategy and decision-making.
Ensure benefits comply with federal, state, and local regulations such as ERISA, ACA, FMLA, and COBRA.
Collaborate with the Total Rewards team to align benefits programs with organizational goals and industry trends.
Assess, design, and deliver relevant Wellness programs.
Lead projects related to benefits enhancements, compliance, and communication initiatives.
Utilize Workday HRIS to maintain accurate benefits data and streamline processes.
Develop and maintain relationships with benefits vendors, including health insurance carriers, brokers, and administrators.
Prepare annual benefits budgets, forecast costs, and track actual spending against projections.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

Support benefits communication campaigns to increase employee engagement and understanding.
Assist in benchmarking and market analysis to maintain competitive benefits offerings.
Participate in cross-functional HR projects as needed.
Provide guidance and support to HR partners and managers on benefits-related inquiries.
Contribute to continuous process improvements within the benefits function.
Monitor industry trends and best practices to recommend innovative benefits solutions.
Support annual benefits open enrollment and other key benefits events.

Expected Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent years of relevant professional experience.5+ years of experience in benefits management.
5+ years of experience in benefits management, preferably in a large organization, in technology or healthcare industries.
3+ years of experience with Workday HRIS, including implementation, configuration, and management of benefits programs. Familiarity with Benefits and Payroll processes is required.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience with data analysis and reporting tools, including Workday, to inform benefits program decisions.
Ability to organize and lead large scale projects, including but not limited to annual open enrollment.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, or similar certifications a plus.

Expected Compensation

$96,000 - $164,000

The base salary range shown reflects the full range for this role from minimum to maximum. At athenahealth, base pay depends on multiple factors, including job-related experience, relevant knowledge and skills, how your qualifications compare to others in similar roles, and geographical market rates. Base pay is only one part of our competitive Total Rewards package - depending on role eligibility, we offer both short and long-term incentives by way of an annual discretionary bonus plan, variable compensation plan, and equity plans.

About athenahealth

Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.

Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.

Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.

What we can do for you:

Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs.

We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.

In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.