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Workplace Plan Provision Specialist

Yesterday Scottsdale, AZ

As a Workplace Plan Provision Specialist, you'll lead the end-to-end configuration of retirement plan systems, translating plan design into compliant, high-quality system solutions. Partnering closely with clients and internal teams, you'll navigate complexity with confidence, proactively manage risk, and deliver reliable outcomes-ensuring a seamless experience through clear communication, precision, and expert execution.

Responsibilities

  • Leads the review and interpretation of client plan documents, translating provisions into clear system and service requirements while ensuring compliance with ERISA and internal policies.
  • Designs, configures, and implements system setup across all relevant platforms, applying deep expertise to support complex implementations and ownership of the setup project plan, timeline, and execution.
  • Partners closely with clients and internal stakeholders to position system capabilities, gather requirements, manage change requests, resolve issues, and provide clear, proactive project updates to ensure expectations are met.
  • Oversees intake and prioritization of system setup and change requests, ensuring timely, accurate completion and adherence to service standards.
  • Identifies risks and resolves issues collaboratively, applying sound judgment to balance compliance, client needs, and operational efficiency.
  • Reviews transaction- and service-related participant communications, partnering with Participant Education to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with plan design and system setup.
  • Ensures accuracy and audit readiness through thorough documentation, quality checks, and adherence to established control and validation processes.
  • Contributes to continuous improvement by providing feedback on system lead processes and recommending enhancements to tools, workflows, and execution models.
  • Demonstrates leadership by supporting peers through knowledge sharing, issue resolution, and training.
  • Participates in special initiatives and additional assignments in support of broader business objectives.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Three to five years business experience plus minimum of 18 months of Defined Contribution recordkeeping or conversion experience
  • Extensive knowledge of Workplace Solutions systems
  • Solid understanding of ERISA
  • Extensive project management experience
  • Minimum one year experience and proficiency with establishing and testing plans on Vanguard's Workplace Solutions systems
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

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How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Scottsdale, AZ, Charlotte, NC, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-175927
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-19T19:56:29

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

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

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

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

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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

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