Benefits Specialist - Remote

Overview

The Benefits Specialist provides hands-on administration and frontline employee support for the company’s health, welfare, and retirement benefit programs.

In Short

• Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries.
• Manage daily operations of health and welfare benefits.
• Support annual open enrollment execution.
• Ensure employee 401(k) elections are accurately reflected in the payroll system.
• Conduct monthly carrier billing reconciliations.
• Partner with carriers to resolve employee issues.
• Collaborate with HR Managers on leave of absence management.
• Support wellness programs and employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist with compliance requirements related to benefits.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.

Requirements

• Highly detail-oriented and customer-service driven.
• Experience in benefits administration.
• Strong follow-through and discretion.
• Ability to manage recurring operational processes.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms.
• Knowledge of compliance regulations (COBRA, ACA, ERISA).
• Experience in vendor coordination.
• Ability to work directly with employees and vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.
• Engagement in wellness initiatives.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Contributions to community impact through wellness programs.
• Collaboration with diverse teams.
• Possibility to influence employee engagement.
• Access to health and wellness resources.
• Participation in the Wellness Committee.
• Recognition awards for wellness initiatives.