Part Time Benefits Consultant

KMA Human Resources Consulting LLC; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a part-time HR Benefits Consultant, where you will support premier clients in the Northeast. This role offers the flexibility of remote work while you develop benefits strategies, analyze industry trends, and ensure compliance with regulations. With over 15 years of excellence in HR consulting, this dynamic team values work-life balance and integrity. If you have a strong background in benefits administration and a passion for helping organizations thrive, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Work-Life Balance

Collaborative Team

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of COBRA, ERISA, ACA, and Labor Laws.

Responsibilities

• Develop benefits strategies aligned with client goals.
• Analyze industry benefit trends for proactive plan changes.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for benefits reports.

Skills

Benefits Administration

Excel

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Products

Job description

KMA Human Resources Consulting is growing and has an exciting opportunity for a part-time HR Benefits Consultant to join our team of HR professionals!

This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing team servicing a number of premier clients in New England. With over 15 years of excellence helping organizations reach their business goals by serving as their human resources (HR) partner, we assist businesses recruit, hire, compensate, train, and retain their workforce.

The HR Benefits Consultant is a part-time, project-based position and can be fully remote within the Northeast region.

The HR Benefits Consultant will support our clients with advising on benefits administration, compliance, plan design and market competitiveness.

High proficiency with technology and Excel skills required along with extensive benefits experience. Employee Benefits certification (CEBS or CBP) preferred.

Responsibilities of the Benefits Consultant:

• Develop benefits strategies aligned with client goals and objectives.
• Assess, design, and develop client benefit programs and communication plans
• Assist with client open enrollment process
• Analyze industry benefit trends to advise clients in proactive plan changes
• Perform client audits to ensure benefit programs are administered in accordance with policy and legal compliance
• Participate in administration and survey preparation for client and KMA benefit surveys, communicate with survey participants, and analyze and compile survey data.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for benefits reports and presentations

Qualifications for the Benefits Consultant:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, organizational development or related field
• 5+ years of Benefits administration experience
• HRCI or SHRM certification desired but not required. Employee Benefits certification (CEBS or CBP) preferred
• Strong knowledge of health and welfare benefits plans including COBRA, ERISA, ACA and Labor Laws
• Excellent technology skills include using HRIS system(s), Microsoft Products and strong proficiency with Excel
• Strong analytical ability
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and be flexible to changing needs and priorities
• Possess integrity and a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential issues
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively on a team and independently
• Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong time and project management skills a must
• Must have integrity and a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential issues

At KMA we recognize our employees have full lives, of which work is only one part. Backed by a collaborative and supportive team, our employees have greater work-life balance – which we understand is different for everyone. This uniquely flexible environment means our team members are less stressed, more fulfilled, and better equipped to contribute their strongest, most conscientious work for our clients.

At KMA, our maxim is: Do the right thing. For our clients, our fellow team members, and for ourselves.

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Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.