Benefits & Talent Development Specialist

BGF Industries•Danville, VA

3d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Benefits & Talent Development Specialist is responsible for the administration and management of employee benefits programs and helps to drive the growth and development of the workforce. This role ensures compliance with relevant regulations, addresses employee inquiries, and provides support to the HR team to ensure smooth and efficient process.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Corporate, Self-Insured benefits administration
3 years in talent development
Strong verbal and written communication
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
Demonstrate proficient in Word, Excel – Use of Pivot Tables, etc. (Excel assessment required), PowerPoint and Presentation creation, HRIS system utilization

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Experience with ADP Benefits
Experience with LMS system
HR Certification (e.g. SHRM-CP, PHR, etc.)

Responsibilities

Administer health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement and other employee benefit programs and provide clear communication to employees regarding benefits options, policies, and changes.
Coordinate open enrollment, ensuring employees have the information they need to make informed decisions.
Ensure the processing of new hire benefit enrollments and changes for employees (status updates, qualifying events, terminations, etc.).
Work closely with third-party vendors and insurance providers to ensure the accuracy of benefits data and review/approve vendor invoices.
Act as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries and resolve issues related to benefit plans and coverage.
Ensure all benefits plans comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including the Affordable Care Act (ACA), ERISA, and HIPAA.
Prepare and file required benefits-related reports and process.
Track and maintain benefits documentation in line with legal requirements.
Evaluate and review benefit programs annually, recommending improvements or changes as necessary.
Assist with other HR-related tasks and special projects as needed.
Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in benefits administration.
Provide administrative support for employee performance appraisals and feedback sessions.
Serves as point contact and support person for LMS used by the company.
Recommend improvements to talent development programs based on feedback, industry best practices and organizational needs.
Any other duties as assigned by manager.