Benefits Governance Partner
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_on398, Wayne Street, The Vista, Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, 29201, United States
About the Team
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank provides financing, technology, and value-added services to association partners, enabling them to lend to rural residents and agricultural operations of all sizes. We take pride in investing in our employees, our partners, and our community.
About the Role
As a Benefits Governance Partner, you will serve as the strategic and administrative backbone for four critical benefits committees, including plan sponsor and fiduciary committees overseeing Health & Welfare, 401(k), and Pension plans. This role is essential for ensuring robust governance, facilitating efficient committee operations, and driving the timely implementation of committee-directed initiatives.
In this hybrid position based in Columbia, SC, you will act as a key liaison between committee members, internal stakeholders, and external vendors. Your day-to-day involves preparing and presenting clear, decision-ready benefits information to senior leaders, maintaining accurate governance documentation, and monitoring regulatory developments to provide expert advice. You will also serve as the HIPAA Privacy Officer, ensuring strict compliance with applicable laws and plan documents while collaborating cross-functionally with Benefits, Compensation, Legal, Finance, and HR teams.
Hiring Process
Interested candidates should apply directly through our careers portal. The selection process typically includes an initial screening, followed by interviews with the hiring team and relevant stakeholders to assess both technical expertise and cultural fit.
Equal Opportunity Employer
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
398, Wayne Street, The Vista, Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, 29201, United States
Columbia, South Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePlan and manage committee calendars, agendas, materials, approvals, and annual timelines
- check_circlePrepare and present clear, decision-ready benefits and retirement plan materials for senior leaders
- check_circleMaintain accurate governance documentation including charters, records, minutes, and follow-up tracking
- check_circleServe as liaison between benefits committees, plan administrators, and external vendors, consultants, and legal counsel
- check_circleMonitor regulatory and benefits plan developments to provide advice to committees
- check_circleAct as HIPAA Privacy Officer and ensure compliance with applicable laws and plan documents
- check_circleIdentify opportunities to enhance governance processes and committee effectiveness
- check_circleCollaborate cross-functionally with Benefits, Compensation, Legal, Finance, and HR stakeholders
- check_circleSupport Health & Welfare, Retirement, and Compensation Committees through effective governance and meeting administration
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- verified7-9 years of experience in HR, benefits, compensation, or governance-focused roles
- verifiedStrong knowledge of benefits administration, retirement plans, and fiduciary environments
- verifiedExperience supporting executive-level or board-level committees
- verifiedExperience with benefit vendor management
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Benefits Governance, Health & Welfare, 401(k), Pension, Fiduciary Frameworks, Committee Operations, Benefits Administration, Retirement Plans, Benefit Vendor Management, Hipaa Privacy Officer.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank
What does a Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank will plan and manage committee calendars, agendas, materials, approvals, and annual timelines; prepare and present clear, decision-ready benefits and retirement plan materials for senior leaders; maintain accurate governance documentation including charters, records, minutes, and follow-up tracking; and serve as liaison between benefits committees, plan administrators, and external vendors, consultants, and legal counsel.
What are the requirements for this Benefits Governance Partner role?expand_more
To qualify for the Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; 7-9 years of experience in HR, benefits, compensation, or governance-focused roles; Strong knowledge of benefits administration, retirement plans, and fiduciary environments; Experience supporting executive-level or board-level committees; and Experience with benefit vendor management.
Where is the Benefits Governance Partner role at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank located?expand_more
Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank is based in 398, Wayne Street, The Vista, Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, 29201, United States. This is a hybrid role.
Is this Benefits Governance Partner job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank has listed this Benefits Governance Partner role as hybrid.
How much experience is required for this Benefits Governance Partner role?expand_more
Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank typically requires 7–9 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Benefits Governance Partner role at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank?expand_more
Key skills for Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank include Benefits Governance; Health & Welfare; 401(k); Pension; Fiduciary Frameworks; Committee Operations; Benefits Administration; and Retirement Plans.
What education is required for Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
What category does the Benefits Governance Partner role belong to?expand_more
Benefits Governance Partner at AgFirst Farm Credit Bank is part of the hr & recruitment job category on Recrutus.