Benefits Coordinator

Overview

• Support the administration and daily operations of employee benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and leave plans.
• Collaborate closely with senior HR team members to ensure accurate benefits management and employee support.
• Assist with employee communications, vendor coordination, and data accuracy to enhance benefits utilization.
• Serve as the initial point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits plans and enrollment processes.
• Contribute to new hire benefits orientation and onboarding activities to ensure seamless integration.
• Participate in wellness initiatives and HR projects to improve employee experience and engagement.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Work in a hybrid environment, on-site Monday-Thursday, with remote flexibility on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Administer benefits programs, including enrollments, life event changes, and terminations, ensuring data accuracy in HRIS systems.
• Assist employees and managers with leave of absence documentation and coordination with carriers and administrators.
• Draft and distribute employee-facing benefits communications and educational materials to enhance understanding.
• Coordinate with benefits vendors and external partners to support day-to-day administration tasks.
• Process accurate benefits deductions, billing, and reconciliation to maintain financial compliance.
• Support open enrollment processes and assist in benefits-related compliance initiatives.
• Collaborate with the HR team on wellness initiatives and employee engagement projects.
• Participate in ad hoc HR projects and initiatives to support organizational goals.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree required; focus on Human Resources or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in benefits administration or related HR support roles.
• Basic understanding of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and leave programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS or benefits systems preferred.
• Exposure to ACA, ERISA, or other benefits-related compliance concepts is advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Customer-service mindset with clear and professional communication abilities.
• Interest in growing a career in benefits or total rewards preferred.