Manager, U.S. Benefits

Who We Are:

WWE® is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, premium live events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including NBCUniversal, The CW, Sony India and Netflix. In the United States, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, is the exclusive home to all premium live events, a variety of original programming and a massive video-on-demand library. Netflix is the exclusive home for WWE programming around the world, other than select international markets. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), a global sports and entertainment company.

Job Title: Manager, U.S. Benefits

Reports To: VP, Global Benefits  

Who We Are
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO includes UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, and WWE, the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. Together, our organizations reach more than 1 billion households in approximately 210 countries and territories, and we organize more than 300 live events year-round, attracting more than two million fans. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), a global sports and entertainment company. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President of Global Benefits to lead our global benefits strategy and execution, ensuring our programs align with the company’s values and goals. As part of the leadership team, this position will help shape and drive the benefits programs that attract, retain, and engage top talent across the globe.

The Role and What You’ll Do: 
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager, U.S. Benefits to oversee and manage the administration of all U.S. employee benefits programs for TKO. This position will be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, managing day-to-day benefits operations, and providing expert guidance to employees on benefits-related matters. The Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including HR, payroll, and legal, to drive the design, implementation, and communication of benefit offerings that enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Benefits Administration:
  Manage and administer the full spectrum of U.S. employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans (401(k)), wellness programs, paid time off (PTO), and other voluntary benefits.

• Compliance & Regulatory:
  Ensure all U.S. benefits programs are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA). Monitor changes in legislation and manage necessary adjustments to programs.

• Vendor Management:
  In partnership with the VP, Global Benefits, engage with benefits vendors and external partners, ensuring service delivery aligns with company expectations. Manage relationships with insurance brokers, carriers, and other benefit service providers.

• Open Enrollment:
  Lead the planning and execution of annual open enrollment campaigns. Coordinate the communication, training, and enrollment processes, ensuring employees have a clear understanding of their benefit options.

• Employee Communication:
  Assist in the development of clear, concise, and comprehensive benefit communication materials to enhance employee understanding and engagement. Provide guidance to employees regarding their benefits options and eligibility.

• Budget & Cost Management:
  Assist in the development and management of the benefits budget. Monitor spending and ensure benefits programs remain cost-effecti