Benefits Administrator

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Hunters Creek Village (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm is looking for a Benefits Administrator to support their HR team during the open enrollment season in Houston. The ideal candidate will manage benefits enrollment processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance, while providing excellent employee support. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Competitive hourly rate of $24.00 - $30.00/hr based on experience is offered, with potential for long-term placement.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Collaborative work environment

Potential for contract extension

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in benefits administration or HR support.
• Familiarity with HRIS and benefits platforms is essential.
• Ability to handle sensitive employee data with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist employees with benefits enrollment questions.
• Enter and update benefit elections in HRIS.
• Respond to inquiries regarding various employee plans.
• Ensure documentation compliance with ERISA.
• Liaise with insurance providers.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business

Tools

Workday

ADP

UKG

Job description

LHH is actively looking for a Benefits Administrator to support our client’s HR team in the Houston area during the open enrollment season. This contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in benefits administration, HRIS systems, and employee support.

Position Details

• Job Title: Benefits Administrator

• Location: Houston, Texas (On-site or Hybrid options may be available)

• Job Type: Contract / Temporary

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM

• Pay Rate: $24.00 - $30.00/hr (Depending on Experience)

About the Role

As a Benefits Administrator, you will play a key role in managing the employee benefits enrollment process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent service delivery. You’ll work closely with HR teams and employees to process benefit elections, resolve issues, and maintain data integrity across platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Benefits Enrollment Support: Assist employees with questions and guide them through the enrollment process.

• HRIS & Benefits Platform Management: Enter and update benefit elections in systems like Workday, ADP, UKG, or Benefitfocus.

• Employee Communication: Respond to inquiries regarding medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and other plans.

• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure timely documentation and compliance with ERISA and company policies.

• Carrier Coordination: Liaise with insurance providers and third-party administrators.

• Reporting & Audits: Generate reports, verify data accuracy, and assist with audits.

• Training & Materials Distribution: Help distribute open enrollment materials and resources.

• Administrative Support: Provide general support to the HR and benefits team during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in benefits administration or HR support.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with HRIS and benefits platforms (Workday, ADP, UKG, etc.).

• Soft Skills: Strong communication, attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving abilities.

• Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive employee data with discretion.

• Teamwork: Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rate: $24.00 - $30.00/hr DOE

• Opportunity to contribute to a critical HR function during open enrollment

• Collaborative and supportive work environment

• Potential for contract extension or long-term placement

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.