People Partner

What your impact will be:

• Benefits Administration:
• Managing and overseeing the daily operations of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and other offerings.
• Enroll new employees in benefit plans and process qualifying life event changes.
• End-to-end management of the annual open enrollment cycle and communicate plan changes effectively.

• Leave of Absence Management:

• Administer leave of absence processes, including medical, personal, disability, and FMLA
• Interpret FMLA and ADA implications and partner with People Partners to support employees during leave of absence. 
• Compliance and Reporting:
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and FMLA.
• Prepare and file required reports, including Form 5500 and ACA filings.
• Update and maintain benefit policies and procedures in line with legal requirements.
• Employee Support & Communication:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees’ benefits-related inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Provide education and resources to help employees understand and maximize their benefits.
• Address and resolve employee concerns and escalate complex issues to management or vendors when necessary.
• Vendor Management:
• Partner with benefits providers to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Evaluate vendors and assist in negotiating contracts and renewals.
• Data Management and Analysis:
• Maintain accurate benefits records and employee data in HRIS systems.
• Analyze benefits usage trends to recommend program improvements or cost-saving opportunities.
• Program Development:
• Support the design and implementation of new benefits offerings to enhance employee satisfaction and competitiveness.
• Collaborate with HR leadership on wellness initiatives and incentives.

What you will bring:

• 3-5 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR function.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state benefit regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS and benefits administration platforms (Workday preferred).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.