Director, Benefits
6 days ago
Charlotte
Job Description The Director of Benefits is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing the design, administration and continuous improvement of the company's health, welfare, retirement, well-being, and leave of absence programs. This role ensures that benefit offers are competitive, cost-effective, compliant, inclusive, and aligned with overall organizational goals. The Director partners closely with HRBPs, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and external partners to deliver a seamless and high-quality employee experience while supporting organizational growth and integration across a multi-entity environment. What You'll Do: * Develop and maintain the company’s benefits strategy, ensuring offerings are competitive, sustainable, and aligned with workforce needs and organizational priorities. * Lead the full annual benefits planning cycle, including plan design, modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and collaboration with Finance to ensure cost alignment. * Manage all aspects of annual benefits renewals, including RFPs, vendor evaluations, negotiations, and recommendations balancing competitiveness, cost efficiency, and employee experience. * Oversee 401(k) and retirement plan governance, including strategy, compliance, plan documents, audits, nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 filing, and work with recordkeepers, advisors, and fiduciary committees. * Maintain a comprehensive benefits portfolio that is market‑aligned, compliant with state and federal regulations, and inclusive of diverse employee needs. * Own vendor and partner management, covering medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, EAP, wellness programs, COBRA, and other third‑party providers. Monitor performance, negotiate service improvements, and ensure high‑quality delivery. * Lead benefit communication and education strategies to support employee understanding, decision‑making, and engagement across all programs. * Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA (benefits‑related), Section 125, state leave laws, and other relevant regulations. Partner with Legal and consultants to mitigate risk and maintain audit‑ready processes. * Analyze benefits utilization, cost drivers, employee demographics, and participation trends to inform data‑driven recommendations for cost containment, experience improvement, and long‑term sustainability. * Drive holistic well‑being strategies—including physical, mental, financial, and social—aligned with company culture, engagement goals, and retention objectives. * Oversee all leave of absence programs, including STD, LTD, FMLA, state leave programs, parental leave, and company leaves. * Ensure integrated, compliant, and employee‑centric LOA processes, working closely with HRBPs, Payroll, managers, and third‑party administrators. * Develop policies, guidelines, and communication approaches that support both compliance and a positive employee experience. * Monitor LOA trends, escalation patterns, and risk areas; implement process improvements to enhance employee support and operational efficiency. * Lead and develop the Benefits team, fostering collaboration, technical expertise, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. * Serve as a trusted advisor to HR leadership, executives, and HRBPs on benefits and leave strategy, design, compliance, and employee communications. * Collaborate cross‑functionally with Legal, Finance, HRIS, Payroll, Communications, and business leaders to ensure cohesive and accurate execution of all benefit and LOA programs. * Support change management for benefit‑related initiatives, ensuring clear communication, adoption readiness, and alignment across business units and acquired entities. What You'll Bring: * Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in employee benefits, retirement plans, or total rewards, with a strong focus on program administration and strategy. * 3-5+ years of leadership experience managing teams or large vendor ecosystems. * Deep knowledge of benefits compliance, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, state leave laws, and Section 125 plans. * Experience in complex, multi‑site, or multi‑entity organizations; exposure to integration or harmonization efforts preferred. * Excellent communication and vendor‑management skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. * Prefer experience in high‑growth, manufacturing, operations, sales‑driven, or private‑equity‑influenced environments. About Us: Renuity is a national leader in the direct-to-consumer home improvement industry, dedicated to transforming spaces and enhancing lives. As one of the fastest-growing providers in the country, we operate under the Renuity brand and through a network of trusted regional companies—including Mad City Windows & Baths, Pacific Bath, FHIA Remodeling, Statewide Remodeling, MaxHome, Rite Window, and Closet America. Backed by private equity and fueled by an ambitious growth strategy, Renuity has expanded rapidly through strategic acquisitions. Today, we’re focused on unifying our brands, streamlining operations, and delivering exceptional service to homeowners nationwide. We’ve already helped hundreds of thousands of customers upgrade their homes with quality products and expert installation—at competitive prices. At Renuity, you’ll join a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative team where your work directly contributes to the company’s success. Our people work closely with executive leadership, embrace innovation, and drive real impact. Whether you’re in the field or at HQ, you’ll be part of shaping the future of home improvement—and building a career you can be proud of. To learn more, visit . #RHB Renuity and its affiliates are committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact . If you have a question regarding your application, please contact To access Renuity's Privacy Policy, please click here: Privacy Policy