Benefits Coordinator

Debevoise-&-Plimpton-LL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York seeks a Benefits Coordinator to administer employee benefits programs, assist in onboarding, and support day-to-day benefits operations within the Benefits Department.

The role requires 1–2 years of benefits experience, a Bachelor's in a related field, and strong Microsoft Office and Workday skills. You will handle COBRA, open enrollment, billing, and ensure accurate data handling in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or HR-related field.
• 1–2 years of Benefits experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Workday HRIS is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with good problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, life, disability).
• Assist onboarding of new hires (staff and attorneys).
• Administer benefits events in Workday and generate monthly vendor billing.
• Handle COBRA administration and annual open enrollment.
• Process life insurance claims and assist with regulatory filings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a Human Resources related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday HRIS

Excel (Power, Vlookup, Pivot tables)

Job description

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is a premier law firm with market-leading practices, a global perspective and strong New York roots. Our clients look to us to bring a distinctively high degree of quality, intensity and creativity to resolve legal challenges effectively and cost efficiently. We believe in hiring talented and dedicated individuals as members of our administrative community. We draw on the strength of our culture and structure to deliver the best of our firm to our lawyers and clients through true collaboration.

The firm is seeking a Benefits Coordinator in our New York office. This position will report to the Benefits Manager.

Benefits Coordinator

Benefits Department

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is a premier law firm with market-leading practices, a global perspective and strong New York roots. Our clients look to us to bring a distinctively high degree of quality, intensity and creativity to resolve legal challenges effectively and cost efficiently. We believe in hiring talented and dedicated individuals as members of our administrative community. We draw on the strength of our culture and structure to deliver the best of our firm to our lawyers and clients through true collaboration.

The firm is seeking a Benefits Coordinator in our New York office. This position will report to the Benefits Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Administer various employee benefits programs, such as group health, flexible spending accounts, dental, vision, life, and disability. Including assisting plan participants with daily questions.
• Assist in the on-boarding process of all new hires (professional staff and attorneys).
• Daily administration of benefits events in the Firm’s HRIS system, Workday.
• Generate monthly billing for vendors utilizing Workday.
• Handle COBRA Administration for the firm.
• Act as a key participant in the annual open enrollment process.
• Process all life Insurance Claims.
• Run additional government filings as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a Human Resources related field.
• 1-2 years of Benefits experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated skills in Power Excel, Vlookup and pivot tables.
• Working knowledge of data analysis tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of major benefit laws and regulations which include COBRA, HIPAA & Heath Care Reform.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem solving abilities and proven ability to pay close attention to detail and show strong initiative.
• Can organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to resolve issues effectively and confidentially.
• Client-focused with the ability to provide customer service in a professional manner.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a diverse & growth-oriented and energetic environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with large law firms.
• Education certificate in Human Resources, CEBS, or other benefit related programs & certifications.
• Workday HRIS experience a plus.

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected category in accordance with U.S. law.