Total Rewards Manager (Benefits and Compensation)

### About Lantern Lantern is the specialty care platform connecting people with the best care when they need it most. By curating a Network of Excellence comprised of the nation's top specialists for surgery, cancer care, infusions and more, Lantern delivers excellent care with significant cost savings to employers and their workforces. Lantern also pairs members with a dedicated care team, including Care Advocates and nurses, for the entirety of their care journey, helping them get back to good health, back to their families and back to work. With convenient access to specialists nationwide, Lantern means quality care is within driving distance for most. Lantern is trusted by the nation's largest employers to deliver care to more than 6 million members across the country. Learn more about us at . --- **Total Rewards Manager** We are seeking a detail-oriented Total Rewards Manager to manage all aspects of benefits administration, leave administration, compensation analysis, and bonus program administration. This role will play a key part in ensuring competitive, compliant, and well-communicated total rewards offerings that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. **Location**: Dallas, TX or New York, NY - In person position. Hybrid position - 3x in office per week. **Primary responsibilities include:** - Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, wellness programs, and leave policies. - Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and vendors regarding benefits questions, enrollments, and issue resolution. - Act as point of contact for employee leaves - Conduct regular compensation analyses, including market benchmarking, internal pay equity reviews, and salary and job structure maintenance. - Support annual compensation and bonus cycles, including data preparation, calculations, and communications. - Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws related to compensation and benefits. - Collaborate with People, Finance, and Payroll teams to ensure seamless execution of rewards programs. - Assist in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of total rewards programs to support company goals. - Prepare reports and dashboards to monitor total rewards metrics and provide insights to leadership. - Perform other People Team responsibilities as necessary. **Qualifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; relevant certifications (e.g., CEBS, CCP) a plus. - 3+ years of experience in benefits administration and compensation analysis, preferably in a mid-sized and fast-paced environment. - Strong understanding of HR compliance, compensation practices, and benefits regulations. - Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to explain complex topics clearly to employees at all levels. - Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. **Skills & Attributes:** - **Proactive**: Anticipates challenges and opportunities, takes initiative to address them before they escalate. - **Adaptable**: Thrives in a dynamic environment, adjusting strategies and approaches as business needs evolve. - **Empathetic**: Demonstrates compassion and understanding in dealing with employee feedback. - **Collaborative**: Works effectively across teams and departments to achieve common goals. - **Innovative**: Identifies creative solutions to complex HR issues, driving positive change within the organization. **Benefits** - Medical Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Short & Long Term Disability - Life Insurance - 401k with company match - Paid Time Off - Paid Parental Leave **Compensation** FLSA Status: Exempt Budget: $125k base-$175k base + 15% bonus (depends on location/level/relevant experience) --- **About You:** - You use **LOGIC** in your decision making and understand that progress is critical to making change. You focus on the execution of your content while balancing a fast-paced environment and you take the time to celebrate both the small & big wins. - **INCLUSION** is a core tenant of your personal beliefs. A diverse and inclusive environment is incredibly important to you. You understand and desire to be a part of a diverse team with different experiences and perspectives & you cherish the differences in each individual that you interact with. - You have the **GRIT**, drive and ambition to tackle big problems. Big problems require big ideas and a team that supports new ideas. - You care deeply for your customers are driven to keep **HUMANITY** in all decisions. Your customers aren’t just the individuals using your product. They are the driving factor in your motivation to make a change. - Integrity guides you in life. Focusing on the **TRUTH** vs. giving people the answers they want to hear. - You thrive in a Team Environment. Collaboration is key in innovation and creating change. These pillars of **LIGHT** are a reminder to our team that we are making a difference by providing guidance and support in navigating the often complex and confusing landscape of healthcare. We hope that through this **LIGHT**, individuals can find their way to the best care, resources, and support they need to get back to life. If this sounds like you, we would love to connect to speak further about career opportunities at Lantern. Please apply to our role & someone from our Talent Acquisition Team will reach out to help you navigate our interview process. --- Lantern does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.