Senior Manager, Employee Benefits

The Pasha Group
retirement plan
United States, California, San Rafael
4040 Civic Center Drive (Show on map)
Aug 16, 2025
Description Position at The Pasha Group Information for California residents about our collection and use of job applicant personal information can be found here: Privacy Practices Now Hiring: Senior Manager, Employee Benefits - Lead Strategy and Service Excellence at The Pasha Group At The Pasha Group, we don't just move goods-we move industries, communities, and people forward. For over 75 years, we've been a trusted leader in global transportation and supply chain services, fueled by innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Employee Benefits to lead the strategy, administration, and delivery of benefit programs that support our employees and align with our organizational goals. This role is high-impact, overseeing employer-sponsored insurance, retirement, leave programs, wellness initiatives, and workers' compensation across multiple states and union/non-union environments. If you're a collaborative leader with deep benefits expertise, strong ERISA knowledge, and a passion for driving results through service excellence-this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. What You'll Do as Senior Manager, Employee Benefits This role ensures that benefit programs are strategic, compliant, and designed to support employees across the organization. Shape Program Strategy - Set direction for employee benefits, retirement, wellness, leave of absence, and workers' compensation programs across the enterprise. Oversee Daily Operations - Ensure efficient, compliant delivery of benefit programs, retirement plans, and claims administration. Enhance the Employee Experience - Streamline processes and communicate clearly to optimize engagement and understanding. Manage Vendors & Partners - Oversee brokers, plan administrators, and providers to ensure quality and cost-effective service. Lead a High-Performing Team - Guide and develop geographically dispersed teams to foster collaboration and service excellence. What We're Looking for in a Senior Manager, Employee Benefits The ideal candidate brings a strong mix of expertise, leadership, and communication skills to inspire teams and deliver exceptional results. Education & Certifications Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required CEBS, CBP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred Experience 6+ years of full-cycle benefits experience 5+ years of retirement plan administration experience 4+ years of management experience leading teams and budgets 3+ years with retirement recordkeeping platforms (Fidelity or similar) Proven leadership of open enrollment and union/multi-employer benefits administration Skills & Knowledge Deep expertise in employee benefit and retirement program design and compliance Strong ERISA knowledge and understanding of applicable state/federal laws Proficiency with HRIS and benefits platforms; Fidelity, UKG UltiPro, and Plan Source preferred Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel Why Join The Pasha Group as Senior Manager, Employee Benefits? At Pasha, you'll find a culture built on Excellence, Honesty & Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork-values we call The Pasha Way. Here, you'll have the opportunity to lead high-impact programs, develop a strong team, and shape the employee experience across the enterprise. Travel Requirement: 10% (including Hawaii) Ready to shape the future of benefits at The Pasha Group? Apply today and be part of a team where your expertise drives meaningful impact. Screening Requirements Background Checks Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except as prohibited by law. The information included in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive or exhaustive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The salary range listed is based on the geographic zone associated with this role:San Rafael, CA. If you are applying to work from a different location, the salary range may vary to align with the cost of labor and market conditions in that area. For applicants from other zones, we encourage you to reach out to us to confirm the relevant salary range for your specific location. Starting pay will be determined by job-related factors including experience, education, and business needs and may be modified at any time. Zone 1: $165,000 - $190,000 This job is also eligible for participation in an Incentive Plan with a target payout based on eligible compensation and corporate/individual performance goal attainment. Annual Incentive Opportunity: 15% of eligible compensation The Pasha Group family of companies are EOE/AA Employers - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled/and other Protected Categories The Pasha Group family of companies are EOE/AA Employers - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled/and other Protected Categories