Senior Benefits & Leave Administration Specialist

Qlarant; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Qlarant is seeking a Benefits Administrator to lead the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, including leave management, new hire enrollment, and resolving complex inquiries. You will serve as the organization's primary benefits resource, coordinating with vendors, payroll, and HR partners to deliver accurate, timely service.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 8–11 years of benefits experience, with 12–14 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8–11 years of benefits experience; 12–14 years preferred.
• Experience with leave management, benefits enrollment, and vendor coordination.
• Knowledge of ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administration of leave of absence programs including FMLA and disability.
• Own new hire benefits enrollment: guidance on plan options, eligibility, deadlines.
• Analyze HCM and benefits reports to monitor enrollments, leave usage, data accuracy, and compliance.
• Resolve benefits eligibility, coverage, and claims questions with carriers and plan administrators.
• Maintain benefits processes in alignment with ACA, COBRA, HIPAA and federal/state/local requirements.
• Serve as primary benefits contact for vendors, payroll, and HR partners.
• Lead benefits audits and open enrollment activities.
• Educate employees on wellness programs and benefit options.
• Identify recurring issues and implement improvements to benefits operations.

Skills

Benefits admin

Leave management

Enrollment management

Data analysis

Vendor coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Qlarant is seeking a Benefits Administrator to lead the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, including leave management, new hire enrollment, and resolving complex inquiries. You will serve as the organization's primary benefits resource, coordinating with vendors, payroll, and HR partners to deliver accurate, timely service.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 8–11 years of benefits experience, with 12–14 years preferred.