Benefits Specialist

Duties:
The Benefits Specialist supports the administration and delivery of employee benefit programs, serving as a key point of contact for employees and vendors. This role assists with health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave of absence administration, employee communications, data management, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and eager to build expertise in employee benefits and total rewards.

Skills:
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting employee benefits administration.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with U.S. benefits regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with benefit vendors and third-party administrators.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality and Integrity
• Analytical Thinking
• Communication Skills
• Organization and Time Management
• Collaboration and Teamwork

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of HR, benefits, or administrative experience.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.