HR Benefits Specialist

Navsan; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Benefits Specialist to enhance employee engagement with their benefits program. This role involves educating employees about health and dental insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans while assisting them with enrollment and claims. You will be the go-to person for HR-related queries, ensuring the integrity of employee data and confidentiality. If you have a passion for helping others navigate their benefits and possess strong organizational and communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values employee well-being and fosters a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Fund

Qualifications

• 1+ years in HR-Benefit Specialist role with strong communication skills.
• Expertise in HRIS and understanding of employment laws required.

Responsibilities

• Determine employee eligibility for benefits and assist with enrollment.
• Maintain accurate records of employee benefits data in the database.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

1 year of experience as HR-Benefit Specialist

Tools

HRIS

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Job Summary:

Core duties will be to inform employees about our employee benefits, such as health and dental insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and retirement fund, among others. Additional responsibilities will include answering employees' queries and concerns and maintaining the benefits and compensation database accurate and up to date. As a Benefits Specialist, you need to have strong organizational and interpersonal skills to track benefit deadlines and facilitate employees during benefit claims.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Compensation & Benefits:

1. Determine the eligibility of employees for the benefit plan.
2. Educate employees about our benefits program to encourage them to enroll.
3. Assist employees in the benefits program enrollment and benefit claims processes.
4. Help the payroll department with deductions or changes to employees' salaries.
5. Facilitate the resolution process in case of any dispute between an employee and a benefits carrier.
6. Maintain an accurate record of all employee benefits data in an electronic database.
7. Uphold the confidentiality of each employee's documentation and files.

Benefits Reporting & Data Management:

Maintain integrity of HR systems by ensuring accurate and timely updates of employee data.

General HR Assistance:

Act as the first point of contact for employee queries related to HR policies and benefits.

Education Qualification:

1. At least 1 year of experience working in an HR-Benefit Specialist role.
2. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a similar field.
3. Expertise in HRIS and other HR-related systems.
4. Strong understanding of employment and labor laws.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.