Benefits Support Specialist, Workforce Benefits - Remote

Symetra Financial Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Symetra is hiring a Benefits Support Specialist for remote work within the United States. The role supports implementation and account managers across life, disability, absence management, and voluntary benefits, handling enrollment, amendments, and census data for new and renewing accounts.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma (college degree a plus). Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements are offered, with a 401(k) plan and paid time

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of cumulative, relevant experience.
• Professional certifications or designations appropriate and relevant for this role.

Responsibilities

• Service and relationship management with internal and external partners.
• Prepare administrative and marketing documents, enrollment materials, and plan summaries.
• Manage agent appointments, census data, and initial case setup.
• Coordinate renewal process and negotiate plan design changes with underwriting.
• Record and handle contract amendments and assist team members on special projects.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship management

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

# Benefits Support Specialist, Workforce Benefits - RemoteUSARemoteID: 9607---## Job DescriptionSymetra offers an exciting chance to become part of our team as a Benefits Support Specialist!**About the role**The role focuses on supporting the Implementation and Account Managers in the implementation of new Employer Group accounts, and the servicing of existing accounts, including Group Life, Disability, Absence Management, and Voluntary Benefits. It also involves fostering client relationships and supporting the National Service Team to ensure renewals, retention, and happiness.**What you will do*** Service and Relationship Management: Establish and nurture positive relationships with both internal and external partners. Handle routine service activities such as AOR changes, licensing updates, amendments, and enrollment support. Coordinate with different teams within the organization to resolve challenges and deliver solutions to clients.* Document Preparation and Quality Analysis: Support National Service and Implementation Teams by preparing administrative and marketing documents, including signatory documents, forms, enrollment materials and plan summaries. Conduct quality reviews of pre-submission PASR records and implementation-related materials, such as contracts, the first bill, and Go Portal entries.* Agent and Census Management: Confirm agent appointments, send appointment requests, and handle Agent of Record changes for initial case setup and assigned book of business. Perform initial enrollment census evaluations for new clients, sharing updates with Implementation Managers as required; request and assess renewal census data for the assigned book of business.* Coordinate the renewal process for assigned accounts. Review audit renewal letters and manage their distribution. Work with the assigned Regional Sales Executive (RSE) and/or Voluntary Sales Executive (VSE) to negotiate plan design changes and renewal terms with underwriting. This improves client satisfaction, increases policy persistency, and ensures communication with relevant departments.* Amendments and Special Projects: Record and handle contract amendments by working closely with internal groups to guarantee contract language reflects customer intent. Offer internal assistance to team members on travel or special customer-related assignments.* Guarantee Correct Tracking and Delegation: Manage established tracking resources to ensure activity records remain accurate and updated. Verify sold case notifications for accuracy, completeness, and suitable routing of new sold groups or new lines of coverage to Implementation Managers. Notify relevant individuals about new sales.* Leadership Support: Support Account Management, Implementation, and Leadership in improving department functions and handling special projects when necessary.**Why Work at Symetra***“I chose Symetra because I heard it was a pro-employee company—and it’s absolutely true. The work environment is supportive, the people are great, and the benefits are generous. Symetra truly cares about its employees. The relaxed atmosphere and opportunities to learn and grow—both within your role and beyond—make it a great place to build your career.” - Alicia L., Claims Examiner***What we offer you**We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.* Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements* Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%* Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays* Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching* Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview**Compensation**$27.10 - $45.16 hourly plus eligibility for company annual bonus program.**Who You Are*** High school diploma or equivalent work experience, college degree a plus.* Professional certifications or designations appropriate and relevant for this role.* 2-4 years of cumulative, relevant experience**We empower inclusion**At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.**Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom**Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers**Work Authorization**Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.**Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:**As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:* Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of \"broadband.\"* Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.* Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.**Identity Verification**Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:* Disqualification from the recruitment process* Withdrawal of a job offer* Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered