Benefits Administrator / Benefits Specialist (Confidential Search) A growing organization is seeking a Benefits Administrator to take ownership of its employee benefits programs and help support an exceptional employee experience. This position offers a high level of autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working closely with a small HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys managing benefits operations, building strong vendor relationships, and serving as a trusted resource for employees.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer and manage U.S. employee benefits programs, ensuring accurate enrollment, maintenance, and communication.
- Coordinate benefits-related projects, including system updates, file integrations, data management, and process improvements.
- Manage benefits vendor relationships, invoices, reconciliations, and billing processes.
- Serve as the primary liaison with third-party benefits administration providers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain service excellence.
- Support benefits-related budgeting, cost tracking, and financial analysis.
- Assist with the administration of self-funded/self-insured benefit programs.
- Independently oversee day-to-day benefits operations, vendor management, employee inquiries, and ongoing projects.
- Manage employee benefits communications and provide outstanding customer service regarding benefit plans, enrollments, life events, and coverage questions.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the employee benefits experience.
Required Qualifications
- Experience administering employee benefits programs in a U.S.-based organization.
- Background managing benefit vendors, invoicing, reconciliations, and related administrative processes.
- Experience supporting benefits systems, data maintenance, file feeds, and benefit-related projects.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
- Excellent communication and employee support skills.
- Experience with HRIS and benefits administration platforms.
- Knowledge of self-funded/self-insured benefit plans.