Benefits Administrator

Hunton & Williams - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Richmond, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, an international law firm, is actively recruiting a Benefits Administrator in Richmond. This position administers the benefits programs of the firm and provides day-to-day supervision of Benefits Coordinator. The Benefits Administrator oversees annual benefits enrollment process, firm-wide wellness program, and other programs as needed. Communicates directly and in writing with partners and staff on a frequent basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the day-to-day functions of benefit programs, including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, Wellness, Voluntary, and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Collaborates with and directs program vendors to ensure proper administration and resolve issues.
• Drafts communications regarding benefits programs.
• Ensures that the benefit programs are in compliance with federal regulations including Medicare, ERISA HIPAA, and the Affordable Care Act.
• Prepares and communicates reports, notices and procedures appropriately.
• Provides customer service to lawyers and staff on a variety of benefits issues, participating in responding to Benefits HelpLine inquiries.
• Communicates regularly with HR Managers and HR staff to improve understanding of various benefit issues and processes.
• Conducts analysis, provides recommendations and assists with development and implementation of new benefit programs and initiatives.
• Oversees implementation of annual benefits enrollment process, which may include travel to firm U.S. offices.
• Works with systems personnel to develop continuously improving automated enrollment processes and to maximize the usage of benefit processes through employee self-service.
• Prepares printed and on-line communication.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of job related experience required, preferably in a law firm, professional services, or other client relationship-based organization.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Strong commitment to client service excellence and teamwork.
• Must possess the highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written and listening) and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse group of professionals.
• Sound judgment and flexibility.
• Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions.
• Visual acuity needed to process and read extensive written communications.
• Ability to receive and convey detailed information through oral communication.

Nice-to-haves

• College degree preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Creative and innovative.

Benefits

• EEO/drug-free workplace.
• E-Verify participant.
• Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability.