Benefits Specialist

Overview

Hybrid Schedule – 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote

Location:

Quincy, MA

A well-established, mid-sized organization is seeking a Benefits Program Specialist to lead the hands-on administration of its employee benefits and leave programs. This is a newly created role reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources and will support approximately 280 employees
. This position is ideal for a benefits professional with 5–7 years of experience who is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable owning programs end to end. Strong Excel skills and the ability to partner cross-functionally are critical for success.

• Benefits & Leave Administration
  • Administer comprehensive benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness, voluntary benefits, and retirement plans
  • Lead the annual open enrollment process, partnering closely with benefits brokers and vendors
  • Manage leave administration (FMLA, ADA, parental, and state-specific leaves), including documentation and compliance
  • Handle pension plan administration, including monthly processing, vendor coordination, and required reporting
  • Oversee FSA administration and support annual Form 5500 filings
  • Process benefits-related accommodations paperwork
  • Partner closely with payroll to ensure accurate deductions, contributions, and data integrity

• Compliance, Analytics & Reporting
  • Maintain plan documents, SPDs, and compliance records
  • Participate in benefits audits and ensure regulatory compliance (ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA)
  • Analyze benefits data, costs, trends, and participation to support program improvements
  • Develop reports and insights for HR leadership using strong Excel and analytical skills

• Employee & Vendor Partnership
  • Serve as the escalation point for complex employee benefits and leave inquiries
  • Conduct new hire benefits orientations and ongoing employee education sessions
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with benefits vendors and external partners
  • Provide one-on-one guidance related to benefits and retirement/pension options

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in benefits administration
• Experience with retirement plans, including pensions, strongly preferred
• Proven background in open enrollment, leave management, vendor oversight, and compliance

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• CEBS or other relevant HR certification preferred

• Strong working knowledge of federal and state benefits regulations
• Advanced Excel and analytical capabilities
• Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, SAP)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, organization, and attention to detail

• Base salary: $75,000–$85,000 (depending on experience)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Full benefits package included