Assistant Vice President, Benefits (QV56YV76)

Assistant Vice President, Employee Benefits

Location: Brentwood, TN (Onsite)
Full-Time | Healthcare Industry

We are currently seeking an Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Benefits to lead and manage all aspects of employee benefits strategy and administration. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on delivering competitive, cost-effective, and compliant benefits programs that support organizational goals and enhance the employee experience.

Our client is a leading, multi-state healthcare provider operating nearly 200 sites of careincluding hospitals and multispecialty physician practices. With 23,000 employees and over 1,700 employed physicians, our mission is to deliver patient-centered care supported by a strong, community-focused workforce.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the strategic design and execution of all core benefit programs including health, dental, vision, life, disability, leave management, retirement, and wellness.

• Manage vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and performance oversight (TPAs, brokers, carriers, consultants).

• Analyze data and trends to assess program effectiveness, support cost management, and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable benefit-related laws and regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, etc.).

• Oversee benefits communications and educational initiatives to drive employee understanding and engagement.

• Support integration activities during M&A events and oversee updates to internal and external benefits platforms.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including HR, Finance, and Legal to ensure alignment with overall talent strategy.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (required).

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with deep expertise in benefits administration and design.

• Strong understanding of compliance issues including ACA, Sarbanes-Oxley, and benefits due diligence during mergers/acquisitions.

• Experience managing RFPs and negotiating with benefits vendors.

• Familiarity with Lawson HRIS preferred.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CEBS, CBP) are a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement innovative benefits strategies.

• Strong analytical skills and fluency in Excel for data-driven decision-making.

• Knowledge of accounting/actuarial concepts related to benefits financials.

• Effective communicator with a consultative approach.

• Agile, flexible, and resilient in a dynamic environment.