Megan Jay, CPHR

Vice President, Employee Benefits

Professional Overview
Megan Jay is an experienced human resources and employee benefits professional with a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering impactful solutions. As the Vice President of Employee Benefits at USI Insurance Services, she leverages her deep industry expertise to provide comprehensive benefits programs that optimize organizational performance and employee engagement.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role as Vice President of Employee Benefits at USI Insurance Services, Megan is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and administration of competitive and cost-effective benefits packages for the firm's diverse client base. She works closely with clients to understand their unique needs and challenges, and develops tailored solutions that align with their business objectives and employee priorities. Megan's ability to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and leverage innovative benefits strategies has enabled her clients to enhance their talent attraction and retention efforts, while optimizing their investment in employee well-being.

Career Progression
Prior to joining USI, Megan held several leadership positions at Mercer, where she progressed from an Analyst to a Principal over the course of 13 years. In these roles, she demonstrated her expertise in total rewards and compensation design, global benefits administration, and human capital consulting. Additionally, Megan served as the Associate Director of Total Rewards at Edmunds.com, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the company's employee benefits strategy and contributing to its overall talent management initiatives.

Academic Background
Megan holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business, where she specialized in finance and human resource management.

Areas of Expertise

• Employee benefits program design and administration

• Health and welfare plan optimization

• Retirement plan management

• Total rewards strategy and implementation

• Compliance and regulatory guidance

• Vendor selection and contract negotiation

• Change management and communication

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Megan has consistently delivered measurable results for her clients. At Mercer, she played a key role in the successful implementation of a comprehensive global benefits platform, which led to a 15% reduction in administrative costs and a 20% increase in employee satisfaction. At Edmunds.com, Megan spearheaded the development of a cutting-edge wellness program that contributed to a 12% decrease in healthcare costs and a 7% improvement in employee productivity.

Conclusion
Megan Jay's deep expertise in employee benefits, coupled with her strategic mindset and strong client service orientation, make her a valuable asset to the organizations she serves. As she continues to advance her career at USI Insurance Services, Megan is poised to further enhance the firm's ability to deliver exceptional benefits solutions that drive organizational success and employee well-being.