An education network in New York City is looking to add a new Leave & Benefits Associate to their growing staff. In this role, the Leave & Benefits Associate will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the organization's Benefits & Well-being programs comprised of medical, dental, vision, life, workers compensation, disability, voluntary, and retirement benefits.
*This is a Hybrid opportunity requiring the qualified professional to work onsite in NYC 3 days per week.*
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Complete data reconciliations to monitor benefit records, ensuring the integrity of data between systems and benefits carriers
- Partner with employees and vendors to research and resolve eligibility concerns
- Assist with the annual Open Enrollment process including creating timelines, communications, promoting awareness, and ensuring the accurate enrollment of all employees
- Process employee information and deduction changes for payroll
- Process benefits related invoices
- Coordinate wellbeing events and activities
- Support employees on benefits policies by leading new hire benefits orientation, explaining policies and providing appropriate resources
- Act as subject matter expert for SA absence plans. When applicable, they research to gain necessary information applicable to the case management process
- Administers leave programs and policies in accordance with the applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, etc.)
- Manage caseload efficiently, organizes priorities, provide timely intervention, and maintains sensitivity to confidential records
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of relevant work experience
- Associate's and/or Bachelor's Degree
- Computer and Tech savvy
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Working knowledge of Google Suite
- Solid problem solving and reporting skills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong attention to detail
- Highly organized
Desired Skills:
- Experience with WorkDay
- Experience with ADP WorkForce Now
