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Senior Benefits Manager, US Health & Wellness

Yesterday Boston, MA

Job Description Summary

The Senior Benefits Manager, US Health & Wellness is a thought leader responsible for the comprehensive and strategic management of all US health and welfare benefits programs for our US employee and retiree populations. This includes helping to design and oversee medical, dental, vision, care management, support programs, tools and wellness resources. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking benefits specialist with significant experience designing and managing benefit programs in large, complex matrixed organizations and a proven track record of ensuring that benefits are competitive, compliant, and cost-effective, balancing the needs of the company with those of its diverse workforce.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategy and Program Design:

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  • Research and analyze market trends, employee needs, and competitor offerings to develop and recommend innovative and competitive health care benefit and wellness programs.
  • Collaborate with Total Rewards leadership and strategic partners and senior leaders across the company on program design/offerings.
  • Work with senior leadership and finance to model and predict future costs and ensure benefit options align with the company's financial goals.
  • Lead the annual benefits renewal and open enrollment processes, including managing communications and implementing program changes.
  • Vendor Management:
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for external partners, including benefits vendors and benefits consultants.
    • Interface with our sourcing partners to negotiate contracts, our administrative partners to monitor vendor performance, and conduct regular reviews to ensure high-quality service and cost efficiency.
  • Compliance and Reporting:
    • Ensure all health and welfare benefit plans and programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and other relevant laws.
    • Conduct periodic audits to ensure program compliance and accurate record-keeping.
  • Communication and Employee Support:
    • Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to educate employees on their benefits, plan changes, and programs/tools/resources.
    • Act as a trusted resource for employees, resolving complex benefits-related inquiries and escalated issues.
    • Provide guidance and training to HR staff and managers on benefits administration and policy interpretation.
  • Administration and Analysis:
    • Interface with matrixed business partners (e.g. HR, Finance, Legal, People Operations, Union Relations and others)
    • Utilize internal/external systems as necessary to collect, analyze program data to evaluate plan performance, track utilization, and measure the effectiveness of programs and scan for opportunities.

  • Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
    • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in benefits field, with a strong focus on large, self-funded health plans

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or other relevant professional certification.
    • Experience with a global workforce and international benefits administration.
    • Experience in a Fortune 500 company environment.
    • Health & Welfare consulting or insurance carrier experience with a focus on medical, dental, pharmacy.
    • Demonstrable experience designing and managing health and welfare benefits for a large, multi-state workforce, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
    • In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing employee benefits, including ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, and COBRA.
    • Proven experience managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and conducting comprehensive benefits analysis.
    • Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex benefit concepts clearly to all levels of employees.
    • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in using HRIS and benefits management software.
    • Up to 20% travel required (adhoc)

    Additional Information

    GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

    GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

    Relocation Assistance Provided: No

    #LI-Remote - This is a remote position

    Application Deadline: January 29, 2026

    For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $141,900.00 and $236,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

    Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

    This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on January 21, 2026.

    Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

    GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

    Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, Flexible / Remote
    Job ID: GE_power-211651603
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2026-01-22T18:31:53

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Health Reimbursement Account
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA
      • FSA With Employer Contribution
      • HSA
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
      • Fitness Subsidies
      • On-Site Gym
      • Mental Health Benefits
    • Parental Benefits

      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Family Support Resources
      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Adoption Leave
    • Work Flexibility

      • Flexible Work Hours
      • Remote Work Opportunities
      • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • On-Site Cafeteria
      • Holiday Events
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Unlimited Paid Time Off
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Summer Fridays
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K)
      • Stock Purchase Program
      • Performance Bonus
      • Relocation Assistance
      • Financial Counseling
      • Profit Sharing
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Access to Online Courses
      • Lunch and Learns
      • Leadership Training Program
      • Internship Program
      • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
      • Unconscious Bias Training

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