Senior Benefits Specialist — Leave, Enrollment & Compliance

Qlarant; Missouri; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Qlarant, a not-for-profit organization, seeks a seasoned Benefits Administrator to lead day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, including leave management, new hire enrollment, and complex inquiries.

You will analyze benefits data, ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA and HIPAA, coordinate with vendors, payroll, and HR partners, and drive improvements to benefits operations and employee experience. Bachelor’s degree required; 8–11 years of experience (12–14 preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8–11 years of experience required; 12–14 years preferred.
• Experience with ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA compliance is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of leave of absence programs (FMLA, state programs, disability, company leave).
• Own new hire benefits enrollment and plan-option guidance.
• Analyze benefits data, monitor enrollments, leave usage, data accuracy, and compliance.
• Resolve benefits questions and coordinate with carriers and plan admins.
• Lead benefits audits and open enrollment activities.
• Educate employees on wellness programs and benefits resources.
• Identify and implement improvements to benefits operations and data integrity.

Skills

Benefits administration

Leave management

Enrollment coordination

Data analysis

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS/HCM systems

Payroll systems

Job description

Qlarant, a not-for-profit organization, seeks a seasoned Benefits Administrator to lead day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, including leave management, new hire enrollment, and complex inquiries.

You will analyze benefits data, ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA and HIPAA, coordinate with vendors, payroll, and HR partners, and drive improvements to benefits operations and employee experience. Bachelor’s degree required; 8–11 years of experience (12–14 preferred).