Job Description
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do. Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career. Benefits Manager What You Will Do Lets do this. Lets change the world. 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. Roles & 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 Amgens 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. What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The [vital attribute] professional we seek is a [type of person] with these qualifications. Basic Qualifications Doctorate degree Or Masters Degree And 2 Years Of Human Resources/Benefits Experience Or Bachelors Degree And 4 Years Of Human Resources/Benefits Experience Or Associates 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. What you can expect from us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and we