Benefit Administrator

Frazer Jones (US); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The SR Group (US), Inc. is partnering with Frazer Jones (US) to recruit a hands-on Benefits Administrator for a 5-month contract in New York, NY. This role supports benefits programs across the U.S.

and Canada, focusing on enrollment, data accuracy, and day-to-day administration within a hybrid work model (3 days onsite per week at World Trade Center 4). The ideal candidate has 4+ years of benefits experience, strong knowledge of US benefits, and comfort coordinating with carriers and internal

Qualifications

• 4+ years of benefits administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of US employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement).
• Experience supporting open enrollment.
• Experience coordinating with carriers/brokers and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs across the U.S. and Canada.
• Manage day-to-day benefits operations (enrollments, eligibility changes, life event updates, inquiries).
• Lead and support annual open enrollment activities.
• Perform benefits reconciliations and resolve discrepancies with carriers and vendors.
• Maintain data within HRIS and benefits systems.
• Coordinate with carriers, brokers, payroll, and internal stakeholders.
• Audit benefits data and identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Support compliance-related activities and documentation.
• Assist with employee communications and education regarding benefit programs.

Skills

Benefits administration

Open enrollment

Vendor coordination

Data accuracy

Employee support

Tools

HRIS systems

Excel

Job description

Benefits Administrator (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: New York, NY (World Trade Center 4)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week

Duration: Initial 5-month contract with potential for permanent conversion

Compensation: $35-$38 per hour

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a hands-on Benefits Administrator to support a growing organization of approximately 600 to 650 employees across the U.S. and Canada. This role is ideal for an experienced benefits professional who enjoys execution, administration, and problem solving rather than high-level strategy.

The successful candidate will play a key role in benefits administration, open enrollment management, vendor coordination, and employee support while partnering closely with the broader HR team.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs across the U.S. and Canada
• Manage day-to-day benefits operations, including enrollments, eligibility changes, life event updates, and employee inquiries
• Lead and support annual open enrollment activities, ensuring a smooth and accurate process
• Perform benefits reconciliations and resolve discrepancies with carriers and vendors
• Maintain accurate data within HRIS and benefits systems
• Coordinate with insurance carriers, brokers, payroll, and internal stakeholders to ensure proper benefits administration
• Audit benefits data and identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Support compliance-related activities and documentation
• Assist with employee communications and education regarding benefit programs

Ideal Background

• 4+ years of benefits administration experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans
• Experience supporting Canadian benefits programs is highly preferred
• Hands-on experience with open enrollment administration
• Comfortable managing carrier relationships and resolving complex employee benefit issues
• Strong analytical skills with experience performing reconciliations and audits
• Experience working within HRIS and benefits administration platforms
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through and organizational skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Why This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative HR team where the emphasis is on execution and operational excellence. The organization is seeking a professional who can quickly step in, manage open enrollment, maintain benefits administration processes, and provide a high level of support to employees and stakeholders. The role offers immediate impact, visibility, and the possibility of transitioning into a permanent position.

The SR Group (US), Inc. is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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