Manager, Retirement Programs
Position Overview
This role leads the governance, administration, and compliance of enterprise retirement benefit programs, including both defined contribution and defined benefit plans, within a large, complex corporate environment. As part of a centralized benefits team, the Manager serves as a subject matter expert, oversees outsourced partners, manages audits and filings, and supports strategic initiatives tied to risk management, employee experience, and organizational change.
The position partners closely with senior leadership, internal stakeholders, and external advisors, and plays a key role in regulatory compliance, M&A-related plan activity, and long-term retirement program strategy at a Fortune-scale organization ( General Dynamics ).
Core Responsibilities
Plan Governance & Compliance
Ensure retirement programs are administered in accordance with governing plan documents and applicable regulatory requirements
Oversee compliance testing and monitoring for both defined contribution and pension plans
Lead implementation of regulatory or legislative changes impacting retirement programs
Manage required regulatory filings and submissions, including annual reports and corrective filings as needed
Coordinate voluntary correction initiatives when applicable
Vendor & Audit Oversight
Manage relationships with recordkeepers, administrators, actuaries, auditors, and other external partners
Ensure service quality, data integrity, and adherence to contractual timelines
Coordinate and respond to benefit plan audits and governmental inquiries
Resolve complex participant, vendor, and operational issues, escalating when appropriate
Reporting, Analytics & Communications
Analyze plan data related to eligibility, participation, and operational performance using enterprise HR systems
Develop executive-level reports and materials for internal committees and senior leadership
Prepare or review employee communications, regulatory notices, and plan documentation
Support retirement-related disclosures and governance reporting
Leadership & Team Support
Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight to retirement program staff
Support performance management, coaching, and development efforts
Promote collaboration, consistency, and continuous improvement across the benefits function
Projects & Continuous Improvement
Lead cross-functional initiatives such as plan integrations, eligibility reviews, and compliance projects
Evaluate processes and controls to improve efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience
Participate in special initiatives and ad hoc projects as business needs evolve
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
Six or more years of experience supporting retirement or benefits programs
Proven ability to manage multiple complex priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail
Clear, confident communicator capable of working across all organizational levels
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard business applications
Preferred
Experience in a large, complex, or publicly traded organization
Strong working knowledge of retirement plan regulations, compliance, and fiduciary considerations
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