Benefits Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

As a Benefits Consultant you will be the subject matter expert overseeing all benefits-related functions, ensuring smooth administration of employee benefits programs and compliance with company policies. This role involves managing leaves of absence (LOA), workers' compensation, 401(k) plans, and leading open enrollment processes. You will collaborate with employees, vendors, and internal teams to provide comprehensive benefits support.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Benefits SME, leading all benefit functions, including LOA management, workers' compensation, 401(k) administration, and open enrollment.
• Plan and execute the open enrollment process (May-July), ensuring seamless communication and implementation.
• Manage the full in-house LOA process, including eligibility inquiries, documentation, initiation, tracking, and return-to-work coordination.
• Handle workers' compensation claims, including incident reporting, documentation, policy review, and acting as the liaison for third-party coordination.
• Lead weekly new hire orientations to provide comprehensive benefits information.
• Support the onboarding process by assisting with background checks and coordinating new hire paperwork.
• Administer 401(k) plans, provide employee support, process updates, and coordinate with vendors.
• Communicate with candidates to ensure the timely completion of required paperwork and update benefits information in HRIS.
• Generate and analyze benefits-related reports within the HR system.
• Conduct audits of employee data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain up-to-date employee records in HRIS and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
• Act as the main point of contact for all benefits-related inquiries, providing clear and timely responses to employees.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Requirements :

Systems :

Benefit Functions, Compliance, Hiring Processes, Benefits Administration, Benefits Analysis, Compensation & Benefits, Disability Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Leave of Absence, Workers Compensation, Open Enrollment, Vendor Management