Benefits Program Manager Jobs in Lisle, IL (NOW HIRING)

Resource Innovations is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Benefits Program Manager to take the lead on our employee benefits and leave of absence programs. This is an exciting opportunity to own and evolve programs that directly impact employee experience, wellbeing, and engagement. In this role, you'll drive the execution of our benefits offerings, ensure compliance, and play a key role in advancing our Total Rewards function. If you enjoy blending strategy with hands-on execution-and want to make a meaningful impact-this role is for you. 

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

Duties and Responsibilities

Benefits Program Management - 60% 

You'll own and elevate our benefits programs end-to-end: 

• Design, implement, and manage global employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness, and voluntary benefits.  
• Lead and administer open enrollment, benefits communications, and employee education programs. 
• Build strong benefit partnerships - managing our benefit broker and vendor relationships, contracts, and cost-effective delivery of benefits. 
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, COBRA).  
• Enhance and optimize benefits systems, including supporting a large scale Workday HRIS implementation, to create a seamless employee experience 
• Oversee benefits billing and reconciliation to ensure coverage and payment accuracy  
• Serve as the go-to expert for questions--- delivering clear, supportive guidance to our team members 

Leaves of Absence Administration - 30% 

• You'll help employees navigate important life moments with clarity and care:
• Guide employees and managers through company sponsored leaves and other regulatory leaves including FMLA, ADA, and state-specific programs.
• Help ensure leaves are handled fairly, smoothly, and in compliance with regulations.  
• Track leaves, support return-to-work planning, and provide thoughtful, responsive support 
• Partner closely with Payroll to ensure accurate leave payments 

Special Projects & HR Initiatives - 10% 

• Support other HRIS and benefits system enhancements and reporting improvements 
• Partner on Total Rewards projects, including compensation, benchmarking, and process improvements  
• Deliver insights and data-driven recommendations to leadership
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in benefits administration. 
• Hands on-experience with HRIS/Benefits administration systems, preferably with Workday.  
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with proficiency in Excel and data analysis  
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, compliance requirements, and best practices.  
• Experience managing benefit or leave brokers, vendors, and negotiating contracts.  
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to explain complex benefits concepts in a clear and engaging manner.  

Preferred skills, education and experience

• Strategic thinking and data-driven decision making.  
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.  
• Strong project management and multitasking capabilities.  
• Employee-focused and collaborative mindset.  
• Ownership mindset with ability to work autonomously as needed.  

Benefits

About Resource Innovations

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work.

Compensation & Benefits

Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position.  The compensation range for the base salary for this position is $82,000K - $130,000K. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.  The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location. 

At Resource Innovations, we believe supporting our people is essential to delivering impact. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes three weeks of paid vacation annually, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, an employee assistance program, commuter benefits, and additional supplemental offerings.

Employment with Resource Innovations is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.

The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.