Benefits Specialist

Job title: Benefit Lead & Design Consult Duration: 6 months temp to perm Location: 4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32246 preferred- open to relevant locations FL - Hybrid Work Environment: This position offers a hybrid work arrangement which combines flexibility with in-office engagement. Team schedules are determined based on role requirements and business needs. Travel to and from our corporate or regional offices may be required. (Focused on Jax first and then open to candidates within FL or border Georgia. Currently not open to candidates from other states (exception border of GA). The role is hybrid they would be required to come onsite. This may very depend upon needs.) Interview Type: MS teams Final interview in person Description: The Benefits Lead and Design Strategist is a dual-function role responsible for designing and administering a comprehensive benefits package for employees of Client. The successful candidate will use data and market intelligence to craft a competitive and attractive benefits package, while also managing the administration of various employee benefit programs throughout the year. Essential Functions The essential functions listed represent the major duties of this role, additional duties may be assigned. Benefit Design Analyze market data, benchmarking reports, and internal metrics to inform benefits design decisions. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of workforce demographics, needs, and preferences to craft tailored benefits solutions. Design and implement compliant, competitive and cost-effective benefits packages, including medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure benefits programs align with business objectives and employee needs. Evaluate and recommend changes to benefits programs based on data analysis, market trends, and legislative updates. Benefit Administration Administer all employee benefit programs according to plan documents, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pension, 401(k), FSA, HRA, COBRA, FMLA, adoption reimbursement. Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the rules and regulations for all employee benefit programs and policies, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. Manage various projects designed to increase efficiency, optimize solutions, and promote customer satisfaction including annual open enrollment, RFP processes and program changes, and software upgrades and rollouts. Accountable for the reconciliation process of all benefit plan billings to ensure timely and accurate payment to vendors. Maintain eligibility data feeds for plan vendors and resolve issues with plan representatives as needed. Collaborate with vendors to ensure delivery of timely, targeted, cost-efficient, and accurate benefit programs. Educate employees on all aspects of employee benefit programs by communicating benefit programs clearly and concisely, translating complex data and/or benefits information into easily understood terms. Required Work Experience 5+ years related work experience Benefits design and administration Required Education Related Bachelor's degree or additional related equivalent work experience Human Resources, Business or related field Additional Required Qualifications: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to interpret data to inform design decisions Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong knowledge of benefits-related laws and regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA). Advanced skill level with Microsoft Office products and collaboration tools. Ability to respond promptly to complex inquiries and conduct comprehensive research as needed. Ability to use discretion and maintain a high degree of confidentiality when working with sensitive information. Additional Preferred Qualifications: CBP, PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP certification Prior human resource and/or employee benefits experience Prior experience with Oracle HRIS and SharePoint helpful #J-18808-Ljbffr