Benefits Associate, Corporate Human Resources

Huron • Chicago, IL

21h • Remote

About The Position

Huron is redefining what a global consulting organization can be. Advancing new ideas every day to build even stronger clients, individuals and communities. We’re helping our clients find new ways to drive growth, enhance business performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. And, we’re developing strategies and implementing solutions that enable the transformative change they need to own their future. As a member of the Huron corporate team, you’ll help to evolve our business model to stay ahead of market forces, industry trends and client needs. Our accounting, finance, human resources, IT, legal, marketing and facilities management professionals work collaboratively to support Huron’s collective strategies and enable real transformation to produce sustainable business results. Join our team and create your future. Huron Consulting Group (Huron) is seeking a Benefits Associate. This role will partner closely with the Benefits team to support stock administration and financial benefits operations across Huron’s global retirement, equity, stock ownership, and executive benefit programs, while also delivering data-driven insights through statistical and financial analysis. The Benefits team at Huron provides program management, governance, and compliance across a diverse portfolio of benefits supporting employees in the United States, Canada, India, Singapore, Switzerland, France and the United Kingdom. As one of the fastest-growing consulting firms, Huron places strong emphasis on delivering a differentiated employee experience through competitive, well-governed benefits programs that support holistic well-being. The team operates in a dynamic, high-growth environment where efficiency, collaboration, and employee impact are equally critical. U.S. benefits are structured under two primary benefit packages, with one package supporting each additional country. Aligned with current priorities, the Benefits Associate will support a range of benefits activities outlined below, with exposure to additional programs over time. Experience with equity programs, ESPP administration, deferred compensation, Workday benefits, system integrations, and payroll is strongly preferred. Strong Excel and analytical capabilities are essential for success in this role. This position reports to the Director, Financial and Executive Benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required, with a minimum of two years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and functions
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Sound financial acumen and critical thinking capabilities
• Advanced technical aptitude: Strong quantitative, analytical, and Excel skills
• Workday experience strongly preferred
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of equity plans, deferred compensation, and 401(k) programs
• Global equity and retirement plan experience is a plus
• Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements that drive efficiency and consistency
• Human Resources experience supporting benefits programs and ensuring compliance with IRS and DOL regulations
• Central Time Zone & Eastern Time Zone working hours preferred

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administration of the U.S. 401(k) plan and non-qualified Deferred Compensation program, including contribution funding, employee communications, and compliance activities
• Assist with administration of the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Support equity and stock plan administration, partnering with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Lead executive benefit plan administration, including renewals and plan implementations
• Assist with administration and funding of spending account programs
• Identify, troubleshoot, and help resolve vendor integration and data issues
• Analyze benefits data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities; translate insights into actionable recommendations and employee-facing communications
• Respond to employee, HR, and internal stakeholder inquiries related to benefits programs
• Support additional benefits initiatives and projects, as needed

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match
• employee stock purchase plan
• generous Paid Time Off policy
• paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Wellness Program supports employee total well-being by providing free annual health screenings and coaching, bank at work, and on-site workshops, as well as ongoing programs recognizing major events in the lives of our employees throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level