Benefits Representative II

Werfen; Bedford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Benefits Representative II to manage benefits administration for employees in the US and Canada. The role involves resolving benefit issues, coordinating with various stakeholders, and participating in benefits communication initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess extensive benefits experience and strong communication skills to effectively engage with employees.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in employee benefits administration.
• Experience with both fully insured and self-insured benefits plans.
• Strong verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administers employee benefits for US and Canada.
• Counsels employees on retirement processes.
• Coordinates annual benefits fair and enrollment process.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Technical Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

ADP Workforce Now

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The Benefits Representative II assists with benefits administration for both US and Canada based employees. The position administers full range of benefits for employees, resolves employee benefit problems and communicates benefits coverage to employees; works with minimal supervision. This role communicates benefits program to employees through SPDs, brochures, vendor meetings, health fair and new hire orientations.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

• May coordinate and participate in Benefits Committee meetings and maintains meeting minutes as needed.
• Reconciles benefit accounts by approving billing statements and ensures plan expenses are paid accordingly
• Works with external parties, to include carriers, auditors, trustees, attorneys, record keepers and consultants, on benefits related issues
• May assist with HRIS with annual benefits enrollment information and roll out the open enrollment process to active employees as well as coordinating the annual benefits fair
• Counsels employees on retirement process and benefits
• Resolves employee questions and problems by interpreting benefit policies and procedures
• Assists with or handles annual compliance projects, to include filings and SARs, PBGC filings
• Updates and disseminates benefits communications materials, including SPD’s and open enrollment materials
• Assists with (k) Plan communications to employees, including organizing meetings and coordinating communication efforts with vendor. May assist with annual (k) non- discrimination testing
• Assists with pension database for current retirees
• Retiree Medical Insurance Administration
• Promotes employee wellness through seminars, newsletters and other communications venues
• May assist with annual benefit plan audits for filings; resolves auditor questions and information needed
• Process, monitors and tracks employee LOA’s for STD and LTD and WC.
• Manages COBRA adminisitration
• Life Claims for active and retirees
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information
• Participates in new hire orientation
• Assist with other projects as assigned

Networking/Key relationships

• Human Resources (Benefits Team, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Training)
• Finance (Payroll)
• Facilities
• Employees

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent. Minimum 5 years’ experience in employee benefits administration. Solid comprehension of a wide variety of employee benefit plans and surrounding legal environment.
• CEB or similar professional certification is preferred but not required
• Experience in working with both fully insured and self-insured benefits plans
• Familiarity or ability to assist with pension plan administration and calculations
• Experience and familiarity with Canadian benefits is desired but not required.
• Strong technical skills including familiarity and comfort with data bases, online websites, and Excel
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with people. Good problem solving skills required

Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.

Skills & Capabilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Technologically savvy with ability to comfortably and confidently learn and navigate databases and HR systems
• Prior experience with ADP Workforce Now is preferable but not required
• Solid Microsoft Office skills, particularly with Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Experience interacting with and maintaining confidential information
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Strong collaboration and team working skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently
• Limited travel to assist with communication and presentation during open enrollment or training sessions

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7, employees around the world comprise our Werfen