Assistant Vice President, Employee Benefits
Location: Nashville, 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:
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Lead the strategic design and execution of all core benefit programs including health, dental, vision, life, disability, leave management, retirement, and wellness.
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Manage vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and performance oversight (TPAs, brokers, carriers, consultants).
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Analyze data and trends to assess program effectiveness, support cost management, and identify opportunities for improvement.
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Ensure compliance with all applicable benefit-related laws and regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, etc.).
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Oversee benefits communications and educational initiatives to drive employee understanding and engagement.
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Support integration activities during M&A events and oversee updates to internal and external benefits platforms.
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Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including HR, Finance, and Legal to ensure alignment with overall talent strategy.
What We're Looking For:
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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (required).
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10+ years of progressive HR experience, with deep expertise in benefits administration and design.
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Strong understanding of compliance issues including ACA, Sarbanes-Oxley, and benefits due diligence during mergers/acquisitions.
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Experience managing RFPs and negotiating with benefits vendors.
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Familiarity with Lawson HRIS preferred.
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Relevant certifications (e.g., CEBS, CBP) are a plus.
Key Competencies:
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Demonstrated ability to design and implement innovative benefits strategies.
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Strong analytical skills and fluency in Excel for data-driven decision-making.
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Knowledge of accounting/actuarial concepts related to benefits financials.
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Effective communicator with a consultative approach.
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Agile, flexible, and resilient in a dynamic environment.
