Job Description

Work Arrangement:

This role is based remotely, but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Atlanta (GA), Austin (TX), Detroit (MI), Warren (MI), or Mountain View (CA) you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.

The Role:

The Manager, U.S. Retirement will report to the Director, Global Benefits, Labor Relations and Hourly Compensation and lead a team responsible for development, design, and operations supporting Defined Contribution Plans, Defined Benefit Plans, Health Savings Accounts, profit sharing, and financial well-being strategy.

This position is responsible for the strategy development, analysis, assessment and operations of the salaried and hourly plans listed above. Key components include:

Analysis of plan data and recommendation of future strategic initiatives for financial wellness and retirement readinessStrategic plan benchmarking studiesDevelopment of the annual retirement and savings plan design and recommendationsDevelop, bargain and implement U.S. hourly pension, savings and profit sharing and manage ongoing relationship with union partnersSupport Labor Relations in development of labor strategyDevelop plan language and recommend updates to existing plan provisions, including partnering with third-party administrators on benefit design, implementation, communication, and deliveryAnalyze proposed and current legislative and regulatory changes (PBGC, DOL, ERISA) and recommend plan strategies as appropriateAssess “best practices” in the marketplace and recommend new technology or tools to facilitate employee engagement in personal financial managementEvaluate and make recommendations for new technology (i.e. mobile applications for retirement readiness) and research state-of-the-art retirement/financial planning productsManagement of annual pension valuation census data report and assumptions in support of plan administrator certification processComplete monthly, quarterly and annual internal control tasksUpdate Summary Plan DescriptionsSupport pension and savings plan audits, internal and externalDevelop training and communications materials for Union Benefits Conferences, Union Benefit Representatives and salaried employeesProvide direction and collaborate with GM Labor Relations, Human Resources, Policy, Legal, Tax, Finance, Treasury Operations and third-party administratorsOversee daily operations of retirement and savings programs for U.S. salaried, hourly, executive active employees and retirees, as applicableFlawlessly implement changes to existing or new benefit programsEnsure governance, compliance, and fiduciary responsibilities of benefit programsHave a process excellence mindset by identifying opportunities for greater standardization, process documentation, automation and participant education to improve employee experience and plan outcomesManage third party vendor relationships and competitive bids with cross-functional supportCreate a positive environment with a focus to develop, motivate and mentor the teamOversee the development, implementation and communication of listed benefit programs and provide counsel and disposition regarding the administration of those policies and proceduresDetermine appropriate solutions and oversee the resolution of special or complex administration mattersReview and implement plan amendments/restatementsDevelop standard operating procedures to standardize and streamline processes by utilizing best practices for all administration duties.Interact with service providers to proactively identify problems and issues and work to resolve and preserve data integrityManage all administration special projects that may arise from regulatory, business or negotiated changes.  Ex: SECURE 2.0Conduct research, identify data/metrics for analysis to aid in developing plan design strategy and labor negotiations

Additional Job Description

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, Finance or related field, or related experience.8+ years of experience in U.S. benefits, specifically Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plans5+ years of leadership experienceAbility to understand the regulatory and compliance environment in the U.S. and impact to benefit programsExperience in union relationships. Prior experience as a lead in union negotiations with expertise in the specific area of benefitsAbility to interact comfortably with employees and leaders at all levels and proven ability to work in a team environmentAbility to think creatively and strategicallyCapability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks and projectsAbility to prioritize and be responsive to rapidly changing prioritiesProject management, change management and continuous improvement experience preferredHighly proficient analytical, organizational and project management skillsExpertise to present data, findings, and potential actions/solutions to stakeholders

Travel Requirement:

Travel to Detroit monthly

Every 4 years you are expected to be in Detroit for the entire length of preparations through contract agreement.

Relocation:

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Compensation:

The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws.

The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate.

The salary range for this role is $127,900 - $200,100. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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