Senior Implementation Delivery Lead

About this role

Want to be a bswifter? At bswift we’ve been transforming benefits administration since 1996, making it simpler, smarter, and more human. Our state-of-the-art, cloud-based technology and services empower employees to understand, manage, and love their benefits. From downtown Chicago, and remotely across the country, we serve thousands of companies and millions of people nationwide, reducing administrative burdens and freeing HR teams to focus on creating thriving, people-first workplaces. We’re looking for motivated and goal-driven individuals who share our passion for delivering excellence and creating solutions that make a difference. The reward is a fun, flexible and creative environment with ample opportunity for professional and personal growth. If you love the bswift values of pursue excellence, embrace accountability, deliver superior service, and be a great place to work, we want to hear from you! ABOUT US bswift is a leading benefits administration company that specializes in providing tailored solutions for our clients. Our mission is to simplify the complex world of employee benefits and deliver exceptional service to our clients. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Implementation Delivery Lead to join our growing team and help deliver best-in-class benefits administration software and services to our clients. WHAT YOU’LL DO The Senior Implementation Delivery Lead is responsible for helping bswift meet and exceed client expectations throughout the implementation lifecycle. This role serves as a technical and functional subject matter expert, partnering with clients, internal stakeholders, and implementation teams to deliver successful implementations while ensuring a high level of client satisfaction. This position requires strong consulting, project management, client relationship, and leadership skills. The Senior Implementation Delivery Lead proactively identifies risks, drives solutions, manages multiple implementation workstreams, and coaches team members while maintaining excellence in delivery and client service. WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR (Essential Functions) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Implementation Leadership & Client Management Serve as the bswift technical and subject matter expert during implementation status meetings and other client-facing meetings throughout the implementation process. Manage client expectations by proactively anticipating challenges, communicating project status, and establishing realistic delivery timelines. Consult clients on industry best practices and recommend system and process improvements to support business objectives. Build and maintain strong client relationships while ensuring a positive implementation experience. Research and recommend system enhancements based on client needs and collaborate with Product Managers and Developers on enhancement specifications. Implementation Delivery & Project Execution Own and manage multiple areas of client implementations, including but not limited to: System configuration, testing, and auditing COBRA and Direct Bill setup management Employee communications Vendor integrations Data conversion and migration activities Payroll configuration and implementation activities Monitor project progress to ensure milestones, deliverables, and deadlines are achieved. Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure services are delivered accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. Identify project risks proactively and communicate concerns and mitigation strategies to the Implementation Delivery Manager. Research, troubleshoot, and resolve client inquiries related to system functionality, configuration, and process gaps. Consulting & Continuous Improvement Stay current on benefits administration industry trends, emerging technologies, and implementation best practices. Recommend improvements to client delivery processes, i