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We say to them, \"Keep dreaming.\" Our people are second to none. They set us apart with their entrepreneurial spirit and ambition. They come to us from the likes of Amazon, Microsoft, Nordstrom, Starbucks and the sports world, bringing energy, bold ideas and a willingness to dive into the unfamiliar. It's our people that make BDA the top global Merchandise Agency to work for.\nBENEFITS AND COMPENSATION MANAGER\nAbout BDA\nBDA brings the world’s biggest brands to life through promotional merchandise. Fortune 500 companies come to us looking to connect with their consumers on an emotional level. We create three-dimensional advertising that people invite into their homes, offices, cars and classrooms. We let people see, touch, feel, own, and interact with a brand in a way no other marketing permits. It’s what we like to call the Power of Merchandise.\nAt BDA, culture and performance go hand in hand. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-trust environment where your work directly supports leaders shaping the future of the business. We value accountability, partnership, and people who take pride in doing things the right way.\nBensussen Deutsch & Associates (BDA) is seeking an experiencedBenefits and Compensation Manager. This role will work alongside the Director, Global Compensation and Benefits to build, administer, and maintain all employee benefits programs both domestically and internationally. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, highly confidential environment where no two days are the same. This position requires a professional demeanor, attention to detail, sense of urgency, and the ability to keep sensitive material and conversations strictly confidential. Duties will entail activities that are administrative, communicative, and cross-functionally supportive in nature. Finally, it is important to understand BDA is a dynamic company and successful candidates will be able thrive in a fluid business environment.\nYou should be 100% passionate about what you do and thrive in a fluid and entrepreneurial business that exists within a “work-hard, play-hard” culture!!\n\nWhat You’ll Do\nManage daily operations related to benefits activities including collaboration with payroll processing across multiple sites in multiple states, and internationally\nEvaluate and modify existing benefits programs, policies, and procedures ensuring equity for all employees\nDevelop and implement new benefits programs, policies, and procedures in collaboration with Director, Global Compensation and Benefits\nEvaluate and benchmark current pay structure and provide recommendations for adjustments \nDraft and Calculate Commission deals for Sales Associates\nAssist in annual bonus and merit compensation reviews\nEnsure all programs, policies, and procedures comply with current legislation.\nCommunicate with third-party services to negotiate benefit plans and resolve benefit-related issues.\nTrain and support the human resources team to better understand support programs available to employees\nWork with the Payroll team to ensure accurate time off and benefits tracking & reporting.\nEnsure understanding of all benefits programs (healthcare, voluntary, state leave programs) to maintain compliance and communicate same to eligible employees\nUnderstand and utilize the Company's internal & external systems to improve communications and processes\nDevelop and maintain positive & professional relationships both internally and externally\nMust be adept in the daily tactical details as well as a strategic thought leader.\nWhat We’re Looking For\nBachelor's degree in human resources management, business administration, or a related field.\nAt least 5 years of experience as a benefits manager, compensation manager or in a related role.\nRelevant certifications, such as a CEBS, CCP or SHRM certification, preferred.\nExtensive knowledge of benefits programs, policies, procedures, and applicable legislation.\nExperience managing benefits administration in Workday\nExcellent communication and organizational skills.\nStrong people and project management skills.\n\nAny travel involved? Occasionally\nAny financial/budgetary responsibility? Limited\nStrategic planning responsibilities? Yes\nNumber of staff reporting to this position. None at this time.\n#LI-AH1\n#LI-Onsite\nWe are pleased to share the base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $125,000. If you are hired at BDA, your compensation will be determined based on factors that may include geographic location, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any offer. In the spirit of pay transparency, the range listed is the full base salary range for the role and hiring at the top of the range would not be typical, in order to allow for future salary growth. The range listed is just one component of BDA’s total compensation and rewards programs, which includes: robust PTO; vacation, a paid volunteer day, holidays and summer Fridays, Benefits; medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, 401k; tuition reimbursement, mental health and financial wellness programs and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement. Certain revenue-generating positions may be eligible for incentive compensation. \nBDA is more than a workplace - it’s a family. For more than four decades we’ve promoted a vibrant and welcoming culture that not only accepts but demands you to be different. The quirky, the bold, the creative and the unique make up the foundation of a company that the most iconic brands in the world look to help tell their story through the power of merchandise.\nBDA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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