LHH is actively seeking a Retirement Projects Consultant to lead strategic retirement and benefits initiatives that directly impact the financial future of employees for one of our top clients! From plan consolidations to regulatory compliance, this role is key to delivering operational excellence and trusted partnership across HR and Finance functions. If this sounds like you, we want to talk to you!

What You’ll Do

🔹 Project Leadership

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex benefits projects—including retirement plan consolidations, vendor transitions, regulatory initiatives, and system integrations. Own the timeline, align stakeholders, and deliver results with accuracy and impact.

🔹 Strategic Execution

Partner with internal teams, brokers, and vendors to manage plan amendments, compliance filings, restatements, and participant communications—ensuring operational processes support project goals.

🔹 Regulatory Compliance

Monitor ERISA, IRS, DOL, and other relevant regulations to ensure full compliance across all retirement and benefits initiatives. Report findings and maintain high standards of legal accuracy.

🔹 Data & Analysis

Use data-driven insights to support decision-making. Research plan designs, evaluate vendor performance, and analyze participant data to identify opportunities for improvement.

🔹 Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and service providers to coordinate transactions, deductions, remittances, and reconciliations. Ensure seamless communication and documentation across departments.

🔹 Committee Support

Support Retirement Plan Committee meetings by preparing materials, capturing follow-ups, and contributing to strategic discussions about benefit programs.

What You Bring

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience)

• CEBS, QPA, or similar professional certification preferred

Experience:

• 5+ years in retirement plan administration (Defined Benefit & Defined Contribution)

• 5+ years in full-cycle benefits administration

• 3+ years working with recordkeeping platforms (e.g., Fidelity, Voya, Principal, T. Rowe Price)

• Proven experience leading benefits-related projects

Skills & Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of retirement plan operations and benefits strategy

• Strong understanding of ERISA and related regulatory frameworks

• Advanced Excel and analytical skills; strong documentation and presentation capabilities

• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Why This Role Matters

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape, streamline, and enhance the retirement and benefits experience for employees across the organization. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where excellence, integrity, and innovation are valued—and where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes.

Ready to lead transformative retirement and benefits projects?

Apply now to become the next Retirement Projects Consultant and help build a stronger future for every employee.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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