Benefits Manager

Benefits Manager Who We Are

International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals are at work worldwide in over 30 offices. Together we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable.

We are a global community that cares for one another. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve.

For over 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. 9 out of 9 times in the last decade, IJM’s Justice System Strengthening Projects have reduced slavery and violence between 50 and 85% for very large populations of people in poverty.

As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people from violence, we are seeking a Benefits Manager to lead the strategic and operational delivery of benefits programs for employees in the U.S. This role ensures alignment with organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and employee engagement, while enhancing IJM’s employee value proposition.

This position is hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) based in the Washington, DC area and reports to the VP, HR Operations. It is only available for candidates with the right to work in the U.S.

• Design and evaluate health and welfare programs to align with IJM goals and objectives.

• Manage day-to-day operations of U.S. employee and expatriate benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, retirement, FMLA, leaves of absence, disability).

• Serve as subject matter expert for benefits and primary point of contact for employee inquiries.

• Collaborate with vendors and brokers to negotiate contracts and monitor service quality.

• Ensure integrity of employee and program data in Workday and related systems.

• Lead education and training associated with health and welfare program execution.

• Ensure benefits programs meet federal, state, and local regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA).

• Partner cross-functionally to maintain accurate plan documents and required notifications.

• Lead or participate in audits to identify and mitigate compliance risks.

• Serve as primary point of contact for brokers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.

• Develop and deliver benefits training for new hires, open enrollment, and plan changes.

• Maintain internal information sites to ensure policies and program details remain current.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or related field.

• 5–7 years’ experience in employee benefits design and administration.

• Benefit plan audit experience and experience partnering with regulatory agencies.

• CEBS designation is desirable.

• Technical Competencies

• Proficient with Workday HCM and MS Office Suite.

• Strong data analysis and research skills.

• Working knowledge of SharePoint.

• Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values:
  Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building.

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and lead projects.

• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.

Upload Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith
* in one PDF document.

* What is a statement of faith?
A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

• Monthly commuter and parking benefits in the DC metro area

• Retirement benefit options

• Paid leave starting at 23 days

• 12 holidays (plus early release the day prior)

• Daily, quarterly, and annual community spiritual formation

• Robust staff care resources

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