Michele Leaks
Senior Benefits Manager @Wabash
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Benefits Manager @Wabash
Design benefits strategy and set goals for team growth Research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify those that present the best choice Manage the design, recommendation, and implementation of new benefits programs Partners with the brokerage team on plan designs, projections, and cost estimates Manages the negotiation with vendors and administrators for best plans, options, and rates Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency. Documents and maintains administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes. Ensures compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensures timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees Leads plan compliance and testing, vendor management and plan document regulatory updates. Audits the accuracy and performance of functions performed by benefits team Analyzes current benefits, evaluating the use, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost, plan experience and competitive trends in benefits programs Manages both short- and long-range cost estimates/projections and relevant statistical analyses regarding modifications in benefits programs and implementation of new programs Assists with the development of specific recommendations for review by the senior leadership team Oversees communication tools to enhance understanding of the company\'s benefits package Oversees the design and distribution of materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment and summary plan descriptions Manage, mentor, and develop the benefits team
EDUCATION
Indiana Wesleyan University
Master of Science - MS
Marian University
Bachelor's degree
ABOUT MICHELE LEAKS
Strategic Total Rewards & HR Operations leader with a decade of career building…
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