The Benefits Specialist plays a key role in the delivery of an exceptional employee benefits experience. This position partners closely with the Total Rewards & HRIS team, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to ensure compliant, efficient administration across a broad portfolio of benefit programs, including health insurance, life/disability, voluntary benefits, retirement, leaves of absence and accommodations. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a consultative approach, and the ability to translate complex plan provisions into clear guidance for employees and managers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Psychology, or a related field (advanced degree and/or HR or benefits certification(s) a plus)
- 3+ years of experience supporting a variety of benefit programs including leaves of absence
- Working knowledge of benefits-related regulations and governance (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA/state leave, ADA); the ability to interpret and apply regulations and plan provisions
- Experience with HRIS/benefits administration platforms (e.g., Workday, Dayforce, Alight, Benefitfocus, bswift), including testing, configurations, and file feeds
- Demonstrated ability to manage highly sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams, prioritize effectively, problem-solve, and deliver on tight timelines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills – adaptable as needed to fit the situation, message, and recipient(s)
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Strong analytical thinking skills, organization skills, and a keen eye for attention to detail
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with a base salary + performance bonus
- Robust benefits package
- Enhanced 401(k) and financial planning support
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
- Wellness programs, including an onsite gym
- Flexible work hours
- Employee Business Networks
- Free coffee at our onsite café
- Hybrid work environment (3 days/week onsite)
- Distance-based relocation assistance available
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- A 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions and a student debt benefit
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- Critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid leave
- A wellness program
- An employee assistance program
- Other great company perks
