Benefits Administrator

Job Description We are looking to add a Benefits Administrator to join our Talent & Culture (HR) team in West Des Moines, IA . This role will implement and manage the benefits strategies in alignment with the organization’s overall business operations to attract, retain and motivate employees. Essential Responsibilities Administer benefit and retirement programs, such as medical, dental, life insurance, disability and 401(k). Manage and administer leave of absence with vendor and HRIS and oversee absence policies, procedures, and practices. Manage benefit vendor relationships and elevate concerns as needed. Ensure benefit and retirement programs are accurately reflected in Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Own annual Open Enrollment strategy, administer and manage within HRIS, and facilitate post-Open Enrollment audit. Collaborate with Talent & Culture partners to deliver benefit programs, making recommendations and leading leader/employee communications as needed. Maintain tools to assist employees in benefits communication and selection (e.g., benefits orientation, Total Rewards flipbook, intranet). Collaborate with the Holmes Murphy broker team to understand internal and external trends while providing employee insights to support and drive the overall benefit strategy. Stay abreast of benefit‑related legal requirements to remain compliant and communicate effectively with employees and vendors. Oversee management of HMA Benefits inbox; address escalated issues and respond to questions in a timely manner. Manage additional benefit‑related tasks including compliance initiatives, COBRA processes, workers’ compensation claims, and any state‑mandated requests. Qualifications Education: College degree in Human Resources or a business‑related field required. Experience: 3–5 years in the human resources or benefits field preferred; experience in the insurance industry and with Workday is a plus. Technical Competencies: Expertise in human capital management, staying updated on industry trends and applying relevant principles. Strong relationship management, proactive problem‑solving, collaboration, critical thinking, and execution skills are essential. Benefits Paid Parental Leave and supportive New Parent Benefits. Company‑paid continuing education and tuition reimbursement. 401(k) profit sharing. Generous time‑off practices in addition to paid holidays. Paid volunteer time off and employee matching gifts to charities. Inclusion & belonging programs (Uniquely United, Diversity Day, employee resource groups). Consistent merit increase and promotion opportunities. Discretionary annual bonus opportunity. Holmes Murphy & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr