Benefits Associate

Pipe Recruit; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Benefits Administrator in Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid) with 5+ years of experience in benefits administration. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in managing retirement programs and leave management. Candidates must be able to handle multiple deadlines and possess advanced technical skills in HRIS platforms like Workday or ADP, as well as strong communication abilities to support employees effectively. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Benefits Administration required.
• Experience with multinational teams and compliance regulations essential.
• Must possess strong communication and attention to detail skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of health and retirement plans.
• Ensure accurate payroll deductions and reporting.
• Administer leave programs such as FMLA.

Skills

Benefits Administration

Retirement Programs

Leave Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Data Reconciliation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Tools

Workday

ADP

Advanced Excel

Job description

Location: Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract

Education: Bachelors degree (HR, Business, or related field) or equivalent experience

Industry Preference: Global FinTech, Fortune 500, or large multinational financial services firms

Must-Have Requirements

5+ years in Benefits Administration with expertise in:

• Retirement Programs (401k, pensions, compliance filings)
• Leave Management (FMLA, state/local leave laws, ADA accommodations)

Multinational Experience (working with global teams/vendors)

• Managing broker/TPA relationships
• Ensuring ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, and other regulatory compliance

Technical Skills

• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data reconciliation)
• HRIS/benefits platforms (Workday, ADP, or similar)

Soft Skills

• Strong communication (able to explain benefits to employees & executives)
• High attention to detail (invoice reconciliation, audits)
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

• Benefits Administration
  • Manage daily operations of US health, welfare, and retirement plans.
  • Ensure accurate payroll deductions and reporting.
• Audit vendor performance, resolve issues, and process invoices.
• Support internal/external audits (5500 filings, nondiscrimination testing).
• Leave of Absence (LOA) Management
  • Administer FMLA, disability, and other leave programs.
  • Partner with HR, Legal, and Payroll for seamless processing.
• Employee Support & Education
  • Conduct benefits orientations and resolve employee inquiries.
  • Advise managers on leave policies and benefits guidelines.