Benefits & Payroll Specialist, Big Health
$90-120k
Salary only applies to candidates based in the US
Digital mental healthcare portal
Job no longer available
Digital mental healthcare portal
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
$90-120k
Salary only applies to candidates based in the US
101-200 employees
Company mission
To help millions back to good mental health.
Role
Who you are
- A minimum of 3 years experience with payroll and benefits administration (Prior experience running multi-state and international payroll in a complex business with both exempt and nonexempt employees is highly desirable)
- Knowledgeable about state and federal regulations concerning all aspects of exempt and non-exempt payroll (vacation, overtime pay, retirement plans, health benefits eligibility and state/Federal filings, etc.) and benefits compliance (ERISA and COBRA regulations, ACA preparation and filing, non-discrimination testing, 401(k) audits, and form 5500 filing)
- Experience with leave policies and applicable laws (FMLA, disability, maternity, parental, and state paid leave laws)
- Proficiency with HRIS systems (Paylocity preferred)
- Ability to manage responsibilities and time with competing priorities
What the job involves
- Support the integration of a new payroll and benefits admin system and build internal payroll processes for scale, including streamlining timekeeping process
- Process end-to-end payroll for our US and international teams, including calculation and payment of bonuses and commissions
- Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Develop and manage regular payroll audits: timecards, benefit deductions, etc.
- Support benefits administration, including compliance of health & welfare and 401(k) and COBRA benefits, and our company's annual open enrollment processes; ensure organizational compliance with enrollment, reporting and annual disclosure notices
- Administer leave as outlined by the Family Medical Leave Act, to include processing leave request forms, determining eligibility, and preparing and distributing forms and letters
- Prepare and complete information for annual audits, required reporting, and tax filings
- Serve as the main point of contact and subject matter expert for payroll and benefits both for our internal team and with the company's external partners (benefits brokers, carriers)
- Apply a people-first approach to resolving employee payroll and benefits questions and concerns, while maintaining compliance with federal regulations
Our take
Mental health has accelerated as a topic in public discussion over the past decade, leading to the rise of products such as Calm and Headspace, promoting positive mental health through meditation and quality sleep. Big Health delivers digital therapeutics for the most prevalent mental health conditions, beginning with "Sleepio" for insomnia, and "Daylight" for anxiety.
There are many products competing to become part of our daily routine for sleep and mental well-being, with some taking a more scientific approach than others. Big Health's products are scientifically backed, with its main product Sleepio being proven to help for sleep and mental health. The company's main selling point is that goals are personalized as the product learns about each user, delivering unique experiences for different people.
Given the complexity of mental wellness, there should be plenty of space for new techniques/products for years to come, meaning that Big Health should be afforded plenty space to grow. The company has taken the approach of selling to businesses (so it can provide the product to its employees) - a smart strategy as individuals aren't yet used to spending large amounts on mental well-being.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Feb 2026
$23.7m
LATE VC
Jan 2022
$75m
SERIES C
Total funding: $152.8m
Company benefits
- Health care: We provide 100% employee coverage for medical, vision, and dental. Plus, free access to Sleepio for poor sleep, Daylight for worry and anxiety, Spark Direct for adolescent depression, and additional mental health benefits.
- Time off: We take balance seriously. 20 vacation days per year (accrued monthly), 9 federal holidays, and end-of-year company closure between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Up to 10 sick days per year.
- Professional development: Employees receive a $1k USD or £800 stipend.
- Retirement savings: US Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) program with company match, and UK employees receive a pension program with NEST.
- Team building: Apart, but never alone. We host an annual Summit in-person at our SF HQ (virtual when needed), and regular social events to keep bonds strong.
- Family: Employees are eligible for parental leave on day one. Dependents are eligible for 50% coverage on our medical, vision and dental plans, plus access to Sleepio, Daylight, and Spark Direct.
Company HQ
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Colin Espie
(Co-Founder & Chief Scientist)Previously, Colin was a Senior Clinical Psychologist at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Clinical Director/Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the NHS. He is currently a Professor of Sleep Medicine at the University of Oxford.
Jenna Carl
(CMO)Jenna joined Big Health in 2016 as a Medical Director, moving into the role of VP of Clinical Development & Medical Affairs in 2019 and CMO in 2021.
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