Benefits Coordinator

A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced Benefits Coordinator to join its Human Resources team in its Hudson Yards office. Reporting directly to the Benefits Manager, this position will support the administration of employee benefits programs for attorneys and professional staff.

The ideal candidate will have at least one full year of experience working as a Benefits Coordinator, with a strong understanding of employee benefits administration, HRIS systems, and applicable benefits regulations. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Respond to employee benefits inquiries and provide guidance regarding coverage, eligibility, enrollment, and plan administration.
• Assist with the onboarding and benefits enrollment process for newly hired attorneys and professional staff.
• Manage daily benefits-related transactions and employee events within the firm's HRIS system.
• Generate and reconcile monthly benefits vendor billing using Workday.
• Coordinate and administer COBRA benefits, including eligibility, enrollment, and compliance requirements.
• Support the firm's annual open enrollment process, including employee communications, enrollment changes, and benefits updates.
• Process life insurance claims and coordinate with insurance carriers and beneficiaries.
• Prepare and assist with required government filings and benefits-related reporting.
• Maintain accurate employee benefits records and ensure data integrity within HRIS systems.
• Assist with benefits compliance involving COBRA, HIPAA, and healthcare reform regulations.
• Collaborate with the Benefits Manager, HR team, insurance carriers, and third-party benefits administrators.
• Prepare benefits reports and analyze employee benefits data using Excel and other reporting tools.
• Handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field required.
• Minimum of one full year of experience working as a Benefits Coordinator required.
• 1–2 years of employee benefits administration experience.
• Experience administering medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and other employee benefits programs.
• Knowledge of major employee benefits laws and regulations, including COBRA, HIPAA, and healthcare reform.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, VLOOKUP, Power Excel, and pivot tables.
• Strong understanding of data analysis tools and reporting techniques.
• Experience with benefits enrollment, vendor billing, employee inquiries, and benefits recordkeeping.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate employee records.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong customer service skills and a client-focused approach.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information professionally.
• Experience working in a large law firm preferred.
• Workday HRIS experience preferred.
• Human Resources certifications, CEBS designation, or other benefits-related certifications preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $60,000 – $70,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Position based in Hudson Yards, New York City.
• Opportunity to join the Human Resources team of a prestigious law firm.
• Hands-on involvement in employee benefits administration, open enrollment, COBRA compliance, and HRIS operations.
• Opportunity to work closely with the Benefits Manager and support benefits programs for attorneys and professional staff.
• Professional development opportunities within a sophisticated law firm environment.