US BENEFITS SPECIALISTS

A top rated global law firm is seeking to hire a U.S. Benefits Specialists to work in the Firm's New York office. This position will be a global position (working with all of the firm's offices).  This firm was rated as one of the best places to work - dynamic work environment, collegial atmosphere and exceptional training and professional development.

The US Benefits Specialist is responsible for providing varying degrees of support to local employees and US outbound Expatriates with respect to the administration of benefit programs in the US.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs ad-hoc benefits analysis and communicates findings to senior management. Analyzes renewal proposals and drafts via benefit comparisons. Presents recommendations for any plan changes to local office administration.
2. Administers and analyzes leave of absence programs to include ADA, FMLA, CFRA, PDL, as well as company leave of absence policies.
3. Educates participants by providing clear and complete information in accordance with group policy, terms, and conditions. Ensures compliance and proper documentation with regard to all applicable laws and regulations including HIPAA, ADA, PDL, FMLA, and CFRA. Provides expertise related to the regulatory and legal requirements for employee benefit plans to employers and employees.
4. Develops benefit communications, detailed benefit summaries, and presentations and delivers communications to benefits program participants.
5. Makes recommendations to the Benefits Operations Manager regarding existing and future benefit plans. REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3 -5 years related Employee Benefits administration experience desired.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the terms and conditions of all US health and welfare plans to ensure the proper administration by insurers and vendors.
• Knowledge of Federal Leave of Absence regulations and guidelines, in addition to state policies that differ from federal guidelines (California).
• Well developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm.
• Knowledge and proficiency with Human Resources Information Systems, preferably PeopleSoft.
• Knowledge and proficiency in PC applications, including MS Office. Specific knowledge of Excel and other programs necessary to complete thorough analyses and reports.

VERY COMPETITIVE SALARY!

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS!