Senior Manager, Benefits
At a glance
Senior Compensation & Benefits role at Shakeshack. Home Office · full-time · $142,100–$190,350 base.
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What you'll do
- Plan and run benefits programs spanning health, retirement, leave and well-being, including their rollout, communications and ongoing administration
- Assess current and potential health and welfare offerings for competitiveness, cost, and fit with Team Member needs
- Build benefits education for field and Support Center leaders through training, roadshows and manager resources
- Lead open enrollment and annual health plan renewals, coordinating project plans, system testing and rate changes
- Oversee a benefits team and vendor relationships while auditing Workday processes and partnering on system fixes
What you bring
- You bring strong benefits communication skills, turning complex plan details into practical guidance that improves understanding and participation
- You can manage budgets, vendors and brokers while juggling multiple projects, priorities and deadlines
- Advanced Excel skills are required for this role
- Workday knowledge and leave or disability program experience are preferred
Who this fits
This senior role suits a benefits leader who can combine program operations, team oversight and partnership with HR, Operations, Payroll and technology teams. You’ll support leaders and Team Members across the Support Center and Shacks. The position is listed as hybrid in the United States.
From the employer
Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our people first!
At Shake Shack, our mission is to Stand For Something Good in all that we do. From our teams to our neighborhoods, we're committed to always doing the right thing. As one of the fastest-growing hospitality brands, we're all about crafting unforgettable experiences for our guests. We offer endless learning opportunities and the chance to make a lasting impact on our business, restaurants, and communities. As a member of the #ShackFam, you’ll have access to hands-on mentorship, training, and growth potential, all in a fun and inclusive environment.
Join us and Be a Part of Something Good.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Vice President, Total Rewards & HR Technology, the Senior Manager, Benefits performs a lead role in the design, implementation, engagement and administration of Shake Shack’s benefits and strategic initiatives supporting health, absence, wellness, and retirement programs. This leader ensures programs are competitive and compliant while driving understanding, adoption, and impact across both the Support Center and Shacks. This role requires a balance of operational discipline and strong business partnership, with a focus on educating leaders, increasing engagement, and elevating the overall Team Member benefits experience.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
Plan and manage the implementation, communication and administration of Team Member benefits and well-being programs such as medical, dental, vision, life, disability, absence, retirement, COBRA, FSA, and any other Team Member benefit offerings.
Collaborates with leadership on health and welfare strategy and other offerings evaluating existing and potential benefits programs to determine competitiveness, trends, and ensures programs meets Team Members’ needs and are cost effective.
Ensures leave and disability programs are aligned with overall benefits strategy and team member experience; partner closely with stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and transitions for Team Members in the leave and accommodation journey.
Leads benefit education strategy for field and Support Center leaders, including training sessions, roadshows, and manager toolkits.
Develops benefit literacy initiatives to increase program understanding and participation.
Partners with Operations leadership to translate benefits into clear, practical value for Shack leaders.
Uses analytics to measure engagement, participation, and ROI.
Leads the open enrollment process and annual heath plan renewals and implementations for forthcoming plan year; including the project plan, testing of the open enrollment system, and rate updates
Manages and creates audit processes and procedures to ensure annual reviews and Workday business processes, integrations and technical support is functioning properly and according to policies, identifying and correcting errors as required.
Oversees and leads a team and relationships with 10 external vendors and benefits broker to provide technical support in the delivery of programs including 401(k) and ACA
Works collaboratively with other functional areas including HR, HR Systems, Information Technology and Payroll especially with the support of audit and testing Workday enhancements and break/fixes.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strong communicator and educator who can translate complex benefit concepts into clear, practical guidance for leaders and Team Members, driving understanding, adoption, and accountability.
Manage program budgets and third-party consultant/ broker/ vendor relationship
Project management with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, prioritize workloads, meet deadlines, and drive projects to successful implementation
Knowledge of Workday is desired
Leave and disability management is desired
Advanced Excel skill
Benefits at Shake Shack:
A work environment where you can come as you are, share your ideas, have fun, and work collaboratively:
Weekly Pay and Performance bonuses
Shake Shack Meal Discounts
Exclusive corporate discounts for travel, electronics, wellness, leisure activities and more
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance*
401k Plan with Company Match*
Paid Time Off*
Paid Parental Leave*
Access to Employee Assistance Program on Day 1
Pre-Tax Commuter and Parking Benefits
Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts*
Development and Growth Opportunities
*Eligibility criteria applies
Pay Range - $142,100.00 - $190,350.00Click the "Apply" button above to apply for this opening.
About Us
Beginning as a hot dog cart in New York City’s Madison Square Park, Shake Shack was created by Danny Meyer, Founder and CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group and best-selling author of Setting the Table. Shack Fans lined up daily, making the cart a resounding success, and donating all proceeds back to the park beautification efforts. A permanent stand was eventually built…and the rest is Shack history! With our roots in fine dining and giving back to the community, we are committed to high quality food served with a high level of hospitality. Our team members enjoy a positive work environment that is deeply committed to the philosophy that we "Stand for Something Good."
Shake Shack is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental and physical), sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital, military and veteran status.