Hybrid Benefits Specialist in Philadelphia – Up to 90K!

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Our client, a global consulting and talent advisory organization, is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join their team. This role was designed to support an expanding workforce by taking ownership of the day-to-day administration of the company’s benefits programs and serving as the primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries. This is an excellent opportunity for a benefits-focused professional who enjoys employee interaction, thrives on accuracy and compliance, and wants exposure to senior leadership in a fast-paced, professional services environment.

This position is largely remote, with in-person days in the Philadelphia office. Compensation includes a base salary of $80,000-$90,000 annually.

About the Job
* Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and leadership regarding health, welfare, retirement, and leave-related benefit programs
* Manage the day-to-day administration of employee benefits, ensuring accurate and timely processing of enrollments, qualifying life events, terminations, and COBRA activities
* Support annual Open Enrollment by coordinating employee communications, system updates, and enrollment activities
* Review and maintain benefits data within Paylocity, ensuring accuracy across employee records, payroll deductions, and vendor integrations
* Audit benefit files, eligibility reports, and vendor feeds to identify and resolve discrepancies
* Review and process benefits-related invoices, funding requests, and reconciliations
* Partner with Payroll and vendors to ensure accurate benefit deductions and funding activities
* Coordinate leave of absence and accommodation processes in partnership with third-party administrators
* Conduct benefits orientations for new hires and provide ongoing employee education regarding available benefit programs
* Draft and distribute employee communications related to benefits, open enrollment, policy changes, and compliance requirements
* Assist with annual compliance initiatives, including regulatory notices, reporting requirements, and benefits documentation
* Maintain benefits policies, guides, and internal resources to ensure employees have access to current information
* Collaborate closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, and senior leadership to deliver a seamless employee benefits experience

About You
* 2-3+ years of dedicated benefits administration experience OR 5+ years of HR experience with significant hands-on responsibility for employee benefits
* Proven experience supporting employee health, welfare, retirement, leave, and ancillary benefit programs
* Strong understanding of benefits administration, enrollment processes, qualifying life events, open enrollment, and vendor management
* Experience serving as a resource for employees on complex benefits questions and sensitive life events
* Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume administrative processes with accuracy
* Advanced Excel and/or Google Sheets skills, including experience working with large datasets, reconciliations, and reporting
* Experience with HRIS platforms; Paylocity experience strongly preferred
* Excellent customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills
* Ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels, including executives and C-suite leadership
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
* Professional services, consulting, or corporate environment experience preferred

Please Note: This is a true Benefits Specialist position. Candidates should bring substantial hands-on experience administering employee benefits programs and a genuine interest in building expertise within the benefits function.

If you’re a detail-oriented benefits professional looking for a highly visible opportunity with a growing organization, apply today with a Microsoft Word copy of your resume!

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