Manager / Senior Manager, Benefits

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARWR) is a commercial stage biopharmaceutical company that develops medicines that treat intractable diseases by silencing the genes that cause them. Using a broad portfolio of RNA chemistries and efficient modes of delivery, Arrowhead therapies trigger the RNA interference mechanism to induce rapid, deep, and durable knockdown of target genes. RNA interference, or RNAi, is a mechanism present in living cells that inhibits the expression of a specific gene, thereby affecting the production of a specific protein. Arrowhead's RNAi-based therapeutics leverage this natural pathway of gene silencing.Arrowhead is focused on developing innovative drugs for diseases with a genetic basis, typically characterized by the overproduction of one or more proteins that are involved with disease. The depth and versatility of our RNAi technologies enables us to potentially address conditions in virtually any therapeutic area and pursue disease targets that are not otherwise addressable by small molecules and biologics. Arrowhead is leading the field in bringing the promise of RNAi to address diseases outside of the liver, and our clinical pipeline includes disease targets in the liver and lung with a promising pipeline of preclinical candidates.Arrowhead's corporate headquarters is in Pasadena, CA with research and development teams in Madison, WI & San Diego, CA, and a state of the art manufacturing facility in Verona, WI. Our employees are nimble, science-driven innovators who are collaborating to bring new therapies to patients in need.The PositionArrowhead Pharmaceuticals is seeking a dynamic Manager / Senior Manager, Benefits to join our People Services & Culture team and play a key role in shaping the employee experience across our growing organization. Based at our Corporate Headquarters in Pasadena, this individual will lead and enhance our benefits programs for employees in our Pasadena, CA, San Diego, CA, Madison, WI, Verona, WI and our U.S. field teams, ensuring our offerings are competitive, compliant, and aligned with our culture and business strategy.This role combines strategic program design with hands-on operational leadership, overseeing health, 401(k) and equity administration, leave management, vendor partnerships, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is both analytical and people-focused, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about delivering benefits programs that attract, support, and retain top talent.This is a full-time, onsite position at Arrowhead's Corporate Headquarters in Pasadena, CA.ResponsibilitiesManage benefit enrollments and processing, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability (leave of absence), accident and death claims (worker's comp) and compliance testingKey player in the management of the company's 401K plansKey player in the administration process for the company's equity planDesign, recommend and implement new benefits programs. Examine possible plan designs and benefits cost changesServe as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administratorsServe as primary contact for employees with leave of absence and benefits questions and/or issuesCoordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administrationEvaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiencyDocument and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processesEnsure compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and feesOversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database and update employee payroll recordsRequirementsBachelor's degree in human resource management or related field5 years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experienceComputer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint; experience with ADP and benefits databasesExperience using ADPProject and team management/leadership skills and experienceProven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associatesEffective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlinesStrong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designsAbility to understand, evaluate and make judgment on proposals (RFPs)Knowledge of benefits contract languageKnowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, OBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirementsExcellent communication and organization skillsPreferred* SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professionalCalifornia pay range$130,000—$165,000 USDArrowhead provides competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package.All applicants must have authorization to work in the US for a company.California Applicant Privacy Policy