Benefits Specialist

Overview

Our client, a leading financial services firm, is seeking an experienced Benefits Specialist to join the team. The position is hybrid and based 3 out of 5 days per week at their office in New Haven, Connecticut
. The firm offers excellent benefits including generous PTO and 401(k)!

• Oversee benefits and 401(k) plan administration
• Ensure total compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and statutes
• Educate staff regarding benefits programs and act as point person for questions
• Coordinate with Payroll team to administer allocations and changes
• Process Leave of Absences, including FMLA, PFL, and disability claims
• Manage benefits information and documents in employee HR portal
• Conduct and present market research to ensure competitiveness of benefits offerings
• Salary: $75-95k annually, based on experience
• Excellent benefits package includes health, dental, vision insurance, generous PTO and 401(k)!

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 4-7 years’ Benefits Administration experience
• Deep working knowledge of ACA provisions, FMLA, ADA, etc.
• Dedicated to details, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Highest standard of confidentiality and discretion