Benefits Specialist

Beacon Hill; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,195 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Benefits Administrator in Chicago to manage employee benefits programs for about 600 employees. This contract-to-hire position involves administering health, dental, and other insurance plans, resolving employee inquiries, and ensuring compliance with benefits regulations. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in benefits administration, familiarity with HRIS platforms, and excellent communication skills. A bachelor's degree in Human Resources is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR support focused on employee benefits.
• Knowledge of federal and state benefit-related laws (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA).
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit inquiries and resolve issues.
• Assist with open enrollment and compliance filings.

Skills

Benefits administration

HR support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

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

CEBS or other relevant certification

Tools

HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG)

Job description

Beacon Hill has partnered with a non‑profit organization in hiring a Benefits Administrator to start immediately! This is a contract‑to‑hire role in the Loop supporting roughly 600 employees with benefits administration.

Base pay range

$27.00/hr - $36.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, COBRA, 401(k), and wellness initiatives
• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit inquiries and provide timely resolution of issues
• Assist with open enrollment, benefits communications, and compliance filings (e.g., 5500s, ACA reporting)
• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and ensure benefits data integrity
• Liaise with vendors to troubleshoot problems, process enrollments/changes, and ensure quality service
• Coordinate and process leave of absence requests, including FMLA, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies
• Support audits, benefit plan renewals, and internal reporting

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR support with a focus on employee benefits
• Knowledge of federal and state benefit‑related laws (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA)
• Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• CEBS or other relevant certification a plus

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.