Benefits Specialist

Benefits Specialist

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR-related roles.
• Strong knowledge of benefits laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS and benefits management software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, wellness initiatives, and other employee perks.
• Monitor employee benefits data transmission to different vendors and develop and refine processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing guidance and resolving issues.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local benefits regulations, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
• Collaborate with benefits vendors and insurance providers for issues and solutions.
• Conduct bi-weekly Benefits New Hire Orientations.
• Assist in benefits enrollment processes, including new hires, life event changes, and open enrollment.
• Assist with Leave of Absence request filing.
• Maintain accurate benefits records and documentation in HRIS and other benefits platforms.
• Support the development of benefits communication materials, such as newsletters, FAQs and wellness campaigns.
• Analyze benefits utilization data and prepare reports to support decision-making.
• Assist with U.S. and international benefits projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) or similar certification.
• Experience with benefits data analysis and reporting.
• Previous experience working with large organizations or multi-state benefits administration.