HR Benefits Administrator

SS&C Technologies•Windsor, CT

1d•$55,000 - $77,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Benefits Administrator serves as the primary point of contact for employees regarding U.S. / Global benefits & leave programs. This role administers benefits & leave plans, ensures compliance with applicable regulations, partners with vendors and brokers and supports efficient HR operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience, or high school degree and 4 years of related experience.
Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, Short-Term Disability, state leave programs, and other applicable leave regulations.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong customer service skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

3 to 5 years of Human Resources, Leave of Absence, Health & Welfare Administration, or Employee Relations experience preferred.
Proficiency with Workday or similar HR system.
Experience supporting U.S. and Global benefit programs and working with third-party administrators.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits and leave programs, providing guidance and resolving inquiries.
Administer U.S. and Global Health & Welfare and leave programs including, STD, FMLA, State Paid leaves, disability, accommodations, and return to work programs
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and global laws, regulations and company policies and plan requirements.
Partner with third-party leave administrators, vendors, brokers, Payroll, HR business partners, and managers to administer programs, resolve issues and deliver a consistent employee experience
Participate in vendor meetings, manage escalated cases, audit claims and reporting, and recommend process improvements
Support annual Open Enrollment, employee communications, wellness initiatives, and benefits related transactions
Generate reports and HR metrics, monitor program performance, and maintain accurate records to support compliance and operational planning.
Process benefits related reimbursements and repayments while maintaining confidentiality and data integrity
Manage the HR shared mailbox, employee inquiries, HR communications, including mailings
Maintain required federal and state labor law postings and provide onsite HR support to employees
Prepare HR reports, metrics and process reimbursement and repayment transactions
Order and maintain office supplies and employee recognition items.
Coordinate office food deliveries and employee engagement activities and support workplace safety initiatives, including Safety Committee participation.