Benefits Consultant 2 - Human Resources & Legal - Analysts

Comforcehealth; Tempe (AZ); Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Benefits Consultant 2 to manage employee benefit programs and ensure compliance with regulations. This full-time, remote contract position involves strategic planning and effective communication with various stakeholders to enhance employee understanding and program effectiveness. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree and a strong background in benefits program management.

Benefits

Medical & pharmacy coverage

Dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Health saving account (HSA)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Short and long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in benefits program management is desirable.
• Direct PBM experience is a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• Administers employee benefit programs including medical, retirement, and life insurance.
• Manages compliance reviews related to employee benefits and prepares government reporting.
• Consults with management on strategic business objectives and escalated employee concerns.

Skills

Customer service skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of ADAAA, ERISA, FMLA, HIPAA

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)

Tools

MS Office

PeopleSoft

Job description

Benefits Consultant 2 - Human Resources & Legal

Job ID: 1001031 Dallas , TX Job Type: Contract Added - 06/12/25

Job Description

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Benefits Consultant

Position Type Full-time, Contract to Hire
Duration 6 Months
Location Remote
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8a-5p

As a Benefits Consultant 2 will be:

• The Benefits Consultant 2 is responsible for the administration of employee benefit programs, providing guidance to employees on eligibility, provisions and other matters related to benefits.
• This position will also assist with the strategic design, compliance, implementation and management of benefit programs and initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the ROLE

• Manages and administers employee benefit programs such as medical, retirement, pension, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability , leave of absence and other benefit programs.
• Assists in the design and implementation of benefits programs to support attraction, retention and motivation of a high quality and high performing workforce including program changes, ongoing education efforts, operations and vendor transitions to ensure employee understanding, smooth transitions and efficient and effective day-to-day operations.
• Participates in the integration and transition in merger and divestiture partnerships.
• Serves as a key point of contact for plan vendors, third-party administrators, and PeoplePlace to provide guidance on eligibility, plan provisions and other matters related to benefits, in accordance with established policies and programs.
• Consults with all levels of the organization on business and employee needs in order to support strategic business objectives.
• Main contact for escalated employee concerns/appeals.
• Evaluates processes and procedures to identify opportunities for improvements, and identifies cost-effective solutions to actively manage program deliverables to employees.
• Leads compliance reviews related to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), and other regulatory and internal policies.
• Prepares year end compliance testing and government reporting.
• Assists with RFP processes with outside vendors, and monitors contracts, as needed.
• Serves as backup support for other benefit programs, as requested.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS )/GBA designation desirable.
• Thorough understanding of benefits program management techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of ADAAA, ERISA, FMLA, HIPAA, and PBGC rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of change management principles.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal guidance.
• Ability to lead projects or project steps within a broader project.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office; working knowledge of PeopleSoft is a plus.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence others.
• Excellent problem-solving ability.

Certification/Degree Requirements: Bachelor’ s degree required

Top Skills: Direct PBM (Pharmacy benefit managers) is a huge plus, strong excel skills, customer service skills

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.

Thank you!
Dishank Sharma
201-649-8477
[e-mail]

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $45-48 per hour
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

• Named One of America’s Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024
• Named One of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
• One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
• One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
• Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
• One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
• AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

Website : https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone]. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.
The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Job ID: 1001031 Dallas , TX Job Type: Contract Added - 06/12/25