Benefits Specialist

Benefits Specialist

Addison Group is partnering with our client to identify a Benefits Specialist who will support the day-to-day administration of employee benefits and leave programs. This individual will play a key role in maintaining benefit records, coordinating with third-party vendors, assisting employees with benefits-related questions, and supporting compliance and reporting activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and prior experience working with employee benefits administration.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing employee participation in benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, spending accounts, and supplemental offerings.
• Processing benefit elections, updates, and terminations within the HRIS and related systems.
• Verifying employee eligibility for benefit plans based on established guidelines and plan provisions.
• Maintaining accurate benefits data and conducting routine audits to ensure information integrity.
• Researching and resolving benefit discrepancies, enrollment issues, and employee concerns.
• Facilitating leave management processes in partnership with third-party leave administrators.
• Tracking employee leave activity, eligibility requirements, and return-to-work timelines.
• Collaborating with HR and external partners to address leave-related questions and escalations.
• Serving as a resource for employees regarding benefit plans, enrollment processes, claims concerns, and leave programs.
• Reviewing data for trends, inconsistencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Providing reporting support for audits, compliance reviews, and leadership requests.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration, HR operations, or a related area.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms and benefits administration systems.
• Knowledge of employee benefit programs, leave administration, and applicable regulations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.