Administrative Assistant - Benefits

Arkansas Talent Group; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance options

401(k) with company match

Professional work environment

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an Administrative Benefits Administrator to support employee benefits management and ensure compliance. Ideal candidates should have 2+ years of benefits administration experience and strong data entry skills. The role involves maintaining benefit data accuracy and assisting employees with inquiries. Compensation ranges from $55,000 to $70,000 per year, with a focus on detail and problem-solving in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration.
• Experience in mid to large company (800+ employee count).
• Ability to maintain discretion when handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain employee benefit data for accuracy.
• Assist with employee enrollments and benefit transactions.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit questions.
• Collaborate with teams and vendors to resolve issues.
• Support the open enrollment process.
• Monitor employees on leave for proper tracking.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Customer-focused approach

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Data entry skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

HR systems or portals

Job description

Administrative Benefits Administrator – Talent Management Specialist

Arkansas Talent Group is exclusively partnering with a well-established organization in Little Rock seeking a support role in Benefits as an Administrative Benefits Admin. This position plays a key role in supporting the administration and coordination of employee benefits and will cross‑train in leave programs. The role focuses on ensuring accurate documentation, compliance with internal policies, and providing excellent support to employees regarding their benefit options.

Pay Range

$55,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain employee benefit data, ensuring accuracy across relevant systems and platforms.
• Assist with the coordination of employee enrollments, status changes, and benefit‑related transactions.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to benefits, leaves of absence, and related topics.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and third‑party vendors to resolve benefit or leave administration issues.
• Reconcile benefit‑related reports and invoices to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Support the open enrollment process, helping coordinate plan updates and employee communications.
• Monitor employees on leave to ensure proper tracking and updates within internal systems.
• Assist with reporting needs and help prepare data for audits, reviews, and internal process checks.
• Identify opportunities to streamline benefit and leave administration processes for improved efficiency.
• Maintain confidentiality while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable guidelines.
• Support special projects and other HR‑related initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in mid to large company (800+ employee count).
• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration; strong high‑volume administrative and data entry skills required.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communication and problem‑solving skills, with a customer‑focused approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiarity with HR systems or portals.
• Ability to maintain discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Adaptability and sound judgment for managing changing priorities or complex employee issues.
• Knowledge of 401(k) with company match, comprehensive insurance options, professional and collaborative work environment.

For more information, please apply directly or reach out to Stephanie Shine or Laura Slay on LinkedIn.

Arkansas Talent Group is an Executive Permanent Placement Recruitment Firm. All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality.