Benefits Specialist

Metropolis • Chicago, IL

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Metropolis is seeking a Benefits Specialist to support day-to-day benefits and leave of absence. This includes employee support on health and welfare benefits enrollment and leave process. This role requires training across benefits and leave functions to ensure accurate administration, thorough documentation, and consistent system alignment.

Requirements

• Proficiency using Microsoft Suite (e.g, Excel, Word) and Google Workspace (e.g, Gmail, Docs) tools
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner
• Strong attention to detail and customer service skills in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily, weekly, and monthly tasks

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with HRIS systems and reporting systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with leave administration processes, which may include preparing/submitting standard leave documents
• Comply with and evaluate eligibility for various leave types, including ADA, FMLA, State, and Company Leaves
• Administer benefits processes, including timely processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations, and preparing/submitting required documents
• Verify employee documentation for benefits and leaves
• Manage benefits and leave inboxes, providing prompt and professional responses
• Reconcile vendor reports and contribution files to ensure data accuracy
• Maintain alignment and updates across all HRIS, vendor, and tracking systems for benefit and leave transactions
• Support the implementation of new processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Generate and audit reports to validate employee data and benefit deductions

Benefits

• healthcare benefits
• a 401(k) plan
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• basic life insurance
• a lucrative stock option plan
• bonus plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed