Manager, Retirement Plans

th plan rules and regulatory and compliance guidelines while operating within preventive and detective controls.

• Conduct vendor management reviews to continuously improve our participant's experiences and uphold defined service level agreements.

• Research raised participant issues and share feedback to both employees and vendors.

• Analyze the systems impact of new plans and programs.

• Craft controls to ensure accurate and timely retirement calculations.

• Build and implement process improvements, automation, and technology enhancements.

• Conduct analytical work on projects in all phases of Defined Benefit & Defined Contribution plan administration, including the development of project plans and timelines.

• Develop and use web tools that support the needs of our department and customers, including tools available through vendors.

• Develop recommendations and present information to various management levels.

• Assist employees at all levels with retirement planning.

• Evaluate retirement plans with current industry trends and regulatory requirements (e.g., ERISA, PBGC) to maintain compliance.

• Support benefits audits from both internal and external auditors.

• Assist in completion of annual regulatory filings, including 5500s, 8955-SSA, PBGC reporting, SARs, and AFNs.

• Assist in the annual pension valuation process.

• Operate as the technical expert in non-qualified plans and programs and provide counsel to executive non-qualified participants.

• Ensure accurate and timely payments of non-qualified retirement benefits.

• Collaborate with Benefits Investment group in Finance to ensure smooth operation of qualified plan trusts and VEBAs, including providing vital information for asset and liability studies.

• Support preparation of the annual proxy statement Compensation Discussion & Analysis.

• Coordinate and implement employee presentations, benefit fairs, and one-on-one sessions.

What Your Experience Looks Like:

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Certifications in employee benefits / human resources preferred.

• Experience with Defined Benefit pension plans.

• Experience managing an outsourced third-party vendor.

• Experience with ERISA plans and compliance.

• Sophisticated analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills while maintaining an awareness of larger team/department strategies and customer needs.

• Demonstrated ability to perform sophisticated quantitative or qualitative analyses.

• Experience writing, speaking, and presenting with technical accuracy.

• Ability to collaborate with clients and/or vendors to effectively lead projects.

• Ability to effectively connect and communicate with employees.

• Ability to develop and manage databases and complex spreadsheets.

• Experience managing projects, writing, and managing benefits-related RFPs.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $116,200.00 - $168,400.00.

We deliver a market-competitive, equitable pay with a Total Reward program that includes:

• Annual performance incentive based on individual and company performance

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to support you and your loved ones

• Flexible Work Environment to include vacation and generous holidays

• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (401K) with matching contributions on day 1, including a yearly company contribution

• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave

• Employee Recognition Awards

• Student Loan Assistance

• To learn more about How to Support you and your Loved Ones, Work-Life Balance, and Invest into your Future, visit our additional benefits at Benefits (altria.com)

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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Altria is a Fortune 200 company that has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers 21+. Our Vision is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a smoke-free future. We are Moving Beyond Smoking™, leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

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