Senior Benefits & Leave Administration Specialist

Qlarant; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Qlarant, a not-for-profit serving health care and human services programs, seeks a Benefits Administrator to lead day-to-day administration of benefits, leave programs, enrollment, and data-driven improvements. You will coordinate with vendors, payroll and HR partners to deliver accurate, timely service and ensure policy interpretation and compliance.

The role analyzes benefits data, resolves complex inquiries, and drives enhancements to the employee experience while maintaining ACA, COBRA and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8–11 years of benefits experience required; 12–14 years preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ACA, COBRA and HIPAA principles.

Responsibilities

• Leads day-to-day administration of leave programs (FMLA, state leaves, disability) and handles complex cases with employees, managers, payroll, and vendors.
• Owns new hire benefits enrollment, guides plan options, eligibility, deadlines and enrollment decisions.
• Analyzes benefits data and reports to monitor enrollments, leave usage, accuracy and compliance.
• Resolves questions on eligibility, coverage and claims; coordinates with carriers as needed.
• Maintains benefits processes aligned with federal/state/local requirements including ACA compliance.
• Serves as primary benefits contact for vendors, payroll and HR partners to ensure timely enrollments and claims.
• Leads benefits audits and open enrollment activities with planning, communication and issue resolution.
• Educates employees on wellness programs, options and resources for informed use of benefits.

Skills

Benefits administration

Leave management

Enrollment management

Data analysis

Policy interpretation

Vendor coordination

HR compliance (ACA/COBRA/HIPAA)

Employee inquiries resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS

Data reporting tools

Job description

Qlarant, a not-for-profit serving health care and human services programs, seeks a Benefits Administrator to lead day-to-day administration of benefits, leave programs, enrollment, and data-driven improvements. You will coordinate with vendors, payroll and HR partners to deliver accurate, timely service and ensure policy interpretation and compliance.

The role analyzes benefits data, resolves complex inquiries, and drives enhancements to the employee experience while maintaining ACA, COBRA and