Benefits Manager

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and compliance-focused Manager, U.S. Benefits to oversee the design, program execution, and regulatory oversight of our US health and welfare benefit programs, including Puerto Rico. This role is responsible for ensuring programs remain competitive, cost-effective, and compliant with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in US and Puerto Rico health benefits, demonstrated experience in compliance and regulatory monitoring, and the ability to collaborate across multiple functions and geographies.

Responsibilities

• Plan Design & Strategy
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and external consultants to design and evaluate US and Puerto Rico health and welfare benefit programs, ensuring alignment with Amgen’s total rewards strategy and employee value proposition.
  • Assess plan competitiveness and recommend changes to improve cost efficiency, employee engagement, and alignment with business goals
  • Collaborate with global total rewards and internal communications teams to support benefit and equity education campaigns.
  • Partner with finance on budget, accrual and forecasting of self-funded plans
• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
  • Ensure health and welfare benefit programs comply with federal and state laws, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable legislation.
  • Monitor evolving legislation and regulatory changes, proactively advising on plan and policy implications.
  • Oversee annual compliance activities, including nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 filings, and required notices.
• Employee Communication & Support
  • Collaborate with internal communications and HR teams to design and deliver clear, employee-friendly education materials on health benefits.
  • Support employee inquiries with a focus on accurate, timely, and compliant responses.
  • Provide insights and reporting on plan utilization, cost trends, and regulatory developments to inform strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Required: Basic Qualifications:
  • Doctorate degree
  • Or Master’s degree and 2 years of Human Resources/Benefits experience
  • Or Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Human Resources/Benefits experience
  • Or Associate’s degree and 8 years of Human Resources/Benefits experience
  • Or High school diploma/GED and 10 years of Human Resources/Benefits experience
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • 6+ years of progressive experience in US health benefits, with strong knowledge of plan design, compliance, and administration.
  • Experience managing Puerto Rico health benefits preferred.
  • Knowledge of and experience with fully insured and self funded plans.
  • Deep understanding of federal and state health benefit regulations, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and COBRA.
  • Experience leading vendor relationships and managing benefits in large, complex organizations.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to explain complex benefits topics clearly.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and regulatory requirements in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong knowledge of HRIS and benefit administration tools such as Workday, Conduent, Alight, or similar systems.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.