Benefits Specialist

LeoForce; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401k

Great work culture

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join our California team. This mid-level role focuses on administering employee benefits, compliance, and vendor management in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will manage health and retirement plans, act as the primary contact for benefits inquiries, collaborate with vendors to optimize programs, and ensure regulatory compliance. The position offers full benefits and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of health, retirement, and ancillary benefits.
• Experience handling vendor relationships.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local benefits regulations.
• Proficiency in benefits administration systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Administering a comprehensive range of employee benefits plans.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits.
• Collaborating with vendors to manage benefits programs, negotiate contracts, and resolve service issues.
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits administration.
• Conducting regular audits of benefits programs to ensure accuracy and identify improvements.
• Developing and delivering training programs to educate employees about benefits.
• Participating in benefits surveys and benchmarking studies to ensure competitiveness.
• Assisting in the development of benefits strategies and policies.
• Coordinating with other HR functions to ensure a seamless employee experience.

Skills

Benefits administration

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits administration systems

Job description

Experience

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $30 - $40 per hour

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic Benefits Specialist to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in employee benefits and vendor management in a fast-paced and evolving environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of our benefits programs, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, and providing exceptional service to our employees. This role will also involve close collaboration with our vendors to ensure the smooth delivery of benefits.

Responsibilities

1. Administering and managing a comprehensive range of employee benefits plans, including health and wellness, retirement, and other ancillary benefits.
2. Serving as the primary point of contact for all employee inquiries regarding benefits, ensuring clear communication and resolution of any issues.
3. Collaborating with vendors to manage benefits programs, negotiate contracts, and resolve any service delivery issues.
4. Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits administration.
5. Conducting regular audits of benefits programs to ensure accuracy and identify opportunities for improvement.
6. Developing and delivering training programs to educate employees about their benefits.
7. Participating in benefits surveys and benchmarking studies to ensure competitiveness of our benefits offerings.
8. Assisting in the development of benefits strategies and policies.
9. Coordinating with other HR functions to ensure a seamless employee experience.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in benefits administration.
2. Proven experience dealing with employee inquiries and resolving benefits-related issues.
3. Extensive knowledge of benefits plans, including health, retirement, and ancillary benefits.
4. Strong experience in managing relationships with vendors.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex benefits information clearly and concisely.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
7. Knowledge of all relevant federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits administration.
8. Proficiency in benefits administration systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
9. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Join our team and enjoy a rewarding career where your expertise will be valued, and your professional growth will be supported. We look forward to receiving your application!

A bit about us:

Mid-sized corporation looking for benefits specialist on a contract basis.

Why join us?

Full benefits and 401k
Great work culture
Opportunity for growth

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