Senior Benefits Specialist (Temp)

AlixPartners

17d ago

Job
Full-time
Mid Level
Consulting
People, HR & Administration
New York

AI generated summary

You must have a bachelor's degree or relevant experience, 3+ years in HR benefits, knowledge of compliance, HR systems, strong communication and analytical skills, and be authorized to work in the U.S.
You will manage U.S. & Canadian benefits processes, handle billing, respond to inquiries, maintain systems, support open enrollment, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide training.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance or related field of study highly preferred. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of education.
Minimum three (3) years of HR experience within the benefits arena and within a professional service firm and multi-national experience highly preferred.
Knowledge of HR practices, procedures, required documentation, and compliance requirements required.
Experience with HR systems, preferably experience with ADP – Workforce Now, and Oracle.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English demonstrating a high level of confidentiality and customer focus.
Ability to interact with employees at all levels, including spouses, to handle confidential information while being sensitive to personal situations.
Excellent analytical skills; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent organizational skills with thorough attention to detail; must be able to prioritize and multi-task.
Ability to work with a sense of urgency independently and collaboratively in a team-focused and environment.
Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners' Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No VISAs available for this position.
MUST BE CURRENTLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. NO VISA OR IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE, NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc.)

Responsibilities

Execute and deliver U.S. & Canadian benefits processes and procedures.
Assist with the administration of the monthly billing, including preparing invoices, auditing, and maintenance of benefit cost tracking.
Manage the relationships with our Health and Welfare carriers.
Respond to complex benefits questions and correspond with vendors to resolve confidential employee issues.
Review and approve benefit elections in benefits system.
Perform system maintenance, data updates, and reporting in HR/Benefits system.
Maintain content on Benefits intranet page working with IT to update as needed.
Assist in the evaluation and implementation of the US & Canadian benefit programs including group medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance among others.
Assist with the coordination of annual Open Enrollment including benefits system set up, communications, data audits, and data feeds to vendors.
Ensure policies and procedures follow ACA, ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, ERISA, and other regulations that impact benefits.
Provide training to support benefit program awareness and skills for People team members, employees, and decision makers.
Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Senior Benefits Specialist (Temp) role?

The assignment is expected to last approximately 6 months, through the middle of 2025.

Where is the position located?

The position can be based in either Southfield, Michigan or New York, NY.

Is relocation assistance available for this role?

No, paid relocation is not available for this position.

What are the working conditions regarding in-office and remote work?

The role follows a hybrid work model, requiring in-person attendance at the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with remote work options on Monday and Friday.

What are the primary responsibilities of this position?

The primary responsibilities include administering U.S. based health and welfare benefit programs, managing relationships with carriers, assisting with billing and audits, handling complex benefits inquiries, and coordinating annual Open Enrollment.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field is highly preferred, along with a minimum of three years of HR experience in the benefits arena.

What specific systems experience is preferred for this position?

Experience with HR systems, particularly ADP – Workforce Now and Oracle, is preferred.

Is this a full-time role?

Yes, this is a full-time temporary role.

Are there any specific working hour requirements?

There may be a willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours as unique projects and needs arise.

What is the compensation range for this role?

The hourly range for this role is between $38/hr. and $48/hr.

AlixPartners

Consulting

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1981

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

For more than forty years, AlixPartners has helped businesses around the world respond quickly and decisively to their most critical challenges – circumstances as diverse as urgent performance improvement, accelerated transformation, complex restructuring and risk mitigation. These are the moments when everything is on the line – a sudden shift in the market, an unexpected performance decline, a time-sensitive deal, a fork-in-the-road decision. But it’s not what we do that makes a difference, it’s how we do it. Tackling situations when time is of the essence is part of our DNA – so we adopt an action-oriented approach at all times. We work in small, highly qualified teams with specific industry and functional expertise, and we operate at pace, moving quickly from analysis to implementation. We stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients until the job is done, and only measure our success in terms of the results we deliver. Our approach enables us to help our clients confront and overcome truly future-defining challenges. We partner with you to make the right decisions and take the right actions. And we are right by your side. When it really matters.