Our Client is looking for Benefits and Compliance Specialist to join their team
6-10 years experience working with benefits admin and HR
Lead end-to-end administration of health, welfare, and retirement programs, including plan management, renewals, and ongoing operations. ·
Manage and execute the annual Open Enrollment process, including system setup, employee communications, education, and reconciliation. ·
Administer 401(k) and retirement programs, including enrollments, contributions, vendor coordination, and audit support. ·
Partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate plan performance, resolve escalations, and recommend enhancements to offerings. ·
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company requirements related to benefits, leave, and employee records (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA, COBRA). ·
Conduct and support compliance audits, including I-9 audits, employee file reviews, and benefits-related reporting requirements. ·
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing guidance on plan options, eligibility, and issue resolution. ·
Support onboarding and offboarding processes with a focus on benefits enrollment, transitions, and eligibility.
Experience administering benefits programs in the U.S. and Canada, ideally within a multi-national organization
Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian benefits practices and applicable employment regulations, including health, welfare, and retirement programs ·
Ability to work effectively in fast-changing environments with strong decision-making, influencing, analytical, and organizational skills ·
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
