Job Description Summary
The Benefits Manager for US Disability, Leave & Voluntary Benefits will be responsible for the strategic design, performance, and compliance of our organization's comprehensive suite of disability, leave, life insurance, and voluntary benefits programs. This experienced professional will play a crucial role in ensuring that our benefits offerings are competitive, cost-effective, and fully compliant with all federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with exceptional project management and communication skills to serve as a trusted advisor to employees, managers, and senior leadership and an ability to navigate and manage in a complex matrixed environment
Job Description
Key responsibilities:
- Strategic program management: Design, develop, and recommend benefits programs and enhancements to align with corporate strategy and industry trends.
- Leave administration: Interface with our internal and external vendor partners as plan owner providing strategic direction for all leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), parental leave, and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves.
- Life insurance programs: Manage the basic and voluntary life insurance programs, including enrollment, life event changes, and claims processing.
- Voluntary benefits oversight: Assure that company voluntary benefits programs such as supplemental insurance, discount programs and access to other services that are contemporary and align with the needs of U.S. employees
- Regulatory compliance: Ensure all plans are compliant with federal, state, and local laws, including FMLA, ADA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other relevant regulations.
- Tracking plan performance: Collaborate with business partners and vendors to track plan performance (e.g. cost, utilization & benchmarking). Develop and monitor dashboards to share with TR leadership and other business stakeholders.
- Employee support and communication: Serve as a subject matter expert for employee and management inquiries on benefits, leaves, and policies. Develop and collaborate on clear, effective communications and education materials.
- Vendor management: Select, negotiate with, and manage external vendors, brokers, and consultants to ensure exceptional service, competitive offerings, and cost-effective delivery. Collaborate with our internal/external administration and sourcing partners.
- Process improvement: Analyze program data and metrics to identify trends, improve processes, and enhance the overall employee experience.
- Collaboration: Partner with HR Business Partners, Legal, People Operations, Sourcing, Finance and others to ensure program adequacy, performance, and compliance.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
- Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in benefits management within a large, complex organization, preferably in the manufacturing industry. Employer benefits consulting or insurance carrier subject matter experience would also be helpful.
- Certifications: Professional certifications such as Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) or SHRM-CP/SCP are highly desirable.
- In-depth knowledge: Expert knowledge of federal and state leave and disability laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Analytical skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex data and trends.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and empathetically.
- Technical proficiency: Proficient with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and benefits administration platforms.
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 positionApplication Deadline: September 15, 2026For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $122,400.00 and $203,900.00. 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 September 10, 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.
