Benefits Liaison

Sedgwick; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

PTO

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a results-driven professional in Los Angeles to coordinate absence programs for clients and support the Benefits Program Manager. This role emphasizes reporting, client communications, and process improvements to enhance program effectiveness.

With a strong background in absence management, you will compile data, train clients, and assist in audits while ensuring compliance and quality across the administration of leaves and disability benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from accredited college preferred.
• Six (6) years absence management experience required.
• Project management and analytics experience preferred.
• Knowledge of legal requirements for absence programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between client HR and employees on absence programs.
• Coordinate resolution of escalated issues with clients, employees, and providers.
• Assist in evaluating program results and preparing management reports.
• Maintain records and monitor satisfaction with leave and disability administration.
• Update procedures and communicate changes across stakeholders.

Skills

Absence management

Communication

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

West Hills, CA

Full time

R76655

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies

Certified as a Great Place to Work®

Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To coordinate activities of absence programs for specific client; to assist/support Benefits Program Manager; to implement customer surveys; to assist in client training and benefits fairs; and to prepare reports for program administration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as liaison between Company and client human resources (HR) and employees in management of the absence programs.


• Communicates with client, employee, healthcare providers and Company operations team to coordinate resolution of escalated issues involving absence program.


• Assists manager in evaluating results of absence programs and best practice in absence administration; assists in assessing effectiveness of absence plan administration, communication and documentation; assists in development of management reports; assists in preparation of reports assessing financial impact of program administration.


• Maintains records and files pertinent to absence programs.


• Monitors satisfaction with leave and disability administration via periodic customer surveys and recommends needed changes.


• Works with appropriate stakeholders for client and Company to ensure continuous performance and process improvement.


• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and best practices relevant to absence programs and administration.


• Works with management to update and maintain absence program procedures relating to administration, compliance requirements, audits of leaves; employee handbook and other program-related documents.


• Assists with client training and development of communications; assists in administration of benefits fairs as needed.


• Assists client in reviewing and requesting approvals from Company operations team to conduct Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) and Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs).

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Supports the organization's quality program(s).


• Travels as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience

Six (6) years absence management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Demonstrated progressive responsibilities strongly preferred. Project management, office operations management, disability/absence management, insurance-related and/or statistical analysis experience preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of legal requirements and best practices relevant to absence programs and administration


• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills


• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products


• Analytical and interpretive skills


• Strong organizational skills


• Negotiation skills


• Good interpersonal skills


• Self motivated with ability to work independently


• Ability to work in a team environment


• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:

Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual

Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

$60,000.00 - $70,000.00 USD Annual

• A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com