Senior Benefits & Leave Administration Specialist

Qlarant; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Qlarant is seeking a seasoned benefits administration leader to manage day-to-day operations of employee benefits programs, including leave management and new hire enrollment. The role serves as the primary benefits resource, guiding policy interpretation and coordinating with vendors, payroll, and HR partners to ensure accurate, timely service.

The position analyzes benefits data, identifies process gaps, and implements improvements to benefits operations and the employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8 - 11 years required; 12 - 14 years preferred.
• Knowledge of ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Leads the administration of leave of absence programs, including FMLA, state mandated programs, short-term and long-term disability, and company-sponsored leave, coordinating with employees, managers, payroll, and vendors.
• Owns new hire benefits enrollment, providing guidance on plan options, eligibility, deadlines, and enrollment decisions.
• Analyzes HCM and benefits reports to monitor enrollments, leave usage, data accuracy, and compliance measures, and resolves discrepancies.
• Resolves employee questions involving benefits eligibility, coverage, and claims, coordinating with carriers and plan administrators as needed.
• Maintains benefits processes in alignment with policies and federal, state, and local requirements, including ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
• Serves as the primary benefits contact for vendors, payroll, and HR partners to resolve issues and ensure timely processing of enrollments and claims.
• Leads benefits audits and open enrollment activities, including planning, data validation, employee communications, issue resolution, and follow-up.
• Educates employees on wellness programs, benefit options, and available resources to support informed use of their benefits.
• Identifies recurring service issues and process gaps, and implements improvements to benefits administration, employee communications, and data integrity.

Skills

Benefits administration

Leave management

Enrollment coordination

Vendor coordination

HIPAA compliance

ACA compliance

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Qlarant is seeking a seasoned benefits administration leader to manage day-to-day operations of employee benefits programs, including leave management and new hire enrollment. The role serves as the primary benefits resource, guiding policy interpretation and coordinating with vendors, payroll, and HR partners to ensure accurate, timely service.

The position analyzes benefits data, identifies process gaps, and implements improvements to benefits operations and the employee experience.