Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s Minneapolis team in our fast-paced Human Resources Department as a Benefits Specialist.

How Will You Make a Difference?

• Partner with department leadership on the firm’s employee wellness program, including strategic development and execution of programming ideas.
• Monitor changes and maintain compliance related to wellness program, group benefits, retirement plans, and HR practices.
• Administer a master compliance calendar for required employee notices, related communications, and filings.
• Manage the annual 401(k) and cash balance plan audit, serve as point person to the auditors, and file Forms 5500.
• Provide retirement plan administration support to department leadership. Coordinate amendments to plan documents as needed.
• Assist with management of the dedicated email inbox for employee benefit questions and provide employee leaves of absence support as needed.
• Audit and process various group benefits invoices.
• Process COBRA and direct bill enrollments with third party vendor.
• Assist with annual enrollment project such as drafting employee communications, auditing eligibility, and system testing.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

• 3 years working in benefits administration, preferably in a professional services environment.
• Retirement plans, wellness program, and compliance experience is preferred, but not required.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of employees and external partners.
• Ability to flex between individually contributing and working collaboratively on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation preferred, but not required
• Ability to work a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of 2 days a month in the office.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

• Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
• Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
• A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
• A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace 2023 designation by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm. 

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