Assistant Manager

Do you have a passion for leading a team to perform at their highest level?  Does the phrase “details matter” describe your approach to everything (especially work)?  Do you long for quality, value-driven work, an amazing team environment, and true work-life balance? 

What you'll be doing...

The Assistant Manager is responsible for overseeing and supervising the activities of the Audit Department and assisting the Sr. Manager with departmental oversight and projects.

Leading a team of up to 15 employees, you will:

• Provide direction, motivation, and assistance to employees to ensure high-quality work
• Set and manage department goals and standards
• Ensure employees have appropriate training and resources
• Assist in resolving escalated or contentious cases
• Suggest methods to improve operations, efficiencies, service-levels to internal and external customers
• Foster a work environment for team members that is positive, collaborative, and highly productive
• Manage the results and actions of the team (training, payroll, performance management, etc.)

Who you are...

• Educated. BA degree (preferred) or combination of relevant education and experience
• Experienced. Effectively manages workflow; develops strong relationships across departments
• Leadership. 2-3 years’ supervisory experience, leading, developing, and motivating teams; experience leading remote teams a plus
• Communication. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written
• Organized.  Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities

Who we are...

Northwest Administrators, Inc. is an industry leader in third-party administration of employee benefits. We administer one of the largest multi-employer pension plans in the country, along with numerous large health and welfare plans. As part of our team, you will benefit from many training and development opportunities and can expect a better-than-market benefits package. See what our associates are saying about us at Northwest Administrators Inc. | Careers (nwadmin.com)

If hired, you can expect...

• Starting salary range of $7,289 - $9,861 per month.  Pay is dependent on experience, skills, and qualifications. 
• Excellent Medical, Dental (w/Ortho), Vision, Rx benefits, disability, life insurance
• Optional benefits include health flex spending & dependent care assistance plans, pet insurance
• Paid Vacation (10 days), Sick Leave (10 days) and Holidays (10 days)
• Generous 401k plan with company base contribution & match
• Work-Life Balance