Benefits Specialist

We are partnering with a growing organization seeking a Benefits Specialist to support the administration of employee benefit programs. This position offers the opportunity to join a small benefits team with broad responsibilities across health and welfare plans, retirement benefits, employee support, and benefits compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee health and welfare benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, and related coverage.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, and annual open enrollment activities.
• Respond to employee benefits questions and resolve enrollment, eligibility, and coverage issues.
• Partner with benefits providers, brokers, payroll, and HR teams to ensure accurate administration and timely issue resolution.
• Support compliance with applicable benefits regulations, including ACA, COBRA, and Section 125 requirements.
• Assist with retirement plan administration and related employee communications.
• Maintain accurate benefits records, employee data, and reporting within HR and benefits systems.
• Prepare benefits communications and educational materials for employees.
• Identify opportunities to improve benefits administration processes and support additional team initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 3+ years of experience administering employee health and welfare benefit programs within an HR or benefits function.
• Working knowledge of benefits enrollment, eligibility, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Experience assisting employees with benefits questions and resolving administrative issues.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with HRIS or benefits administration systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle confidential employee information professionally.

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