Human Resources Business Partner -Benefits & Employee Experience

AST SpaceMobile•Miami, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected. We are seeking an HR Business Partner, Benefits & Employee Experience, to support employees and leaders across the organization. This role serves as the primary HR partner for benefits administration, leave management, wellness initiatives, and employee experience programs while providing consultative support on employee relations, compliance, policy administration, and workforce matters. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in benefits and leave administration, a strong understanding of employment regulations, and the ability to build trusted relationships with employees, leaders, and external partners. This position requires a hands-on HR professional who can balance operational excellence with employee advocacy while contributing to broader HR initiatives that support organizational goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required.
Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources experience with significant responsibility for benefits administration, leave management, employee experience, or HR business partnership functions.
Experience managing employee benefit programs and leave administration in a multi-state or multi-site environment preferred.
Experience administering FMLA, ADA accommodations, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, ERISA, and workers' compensation programs.
Experience partnering with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and wellness vendors.
Experience supporting employee relations matters, workplace investigations, and performance management initiatives.
Strong knowledge of federal and Florida employment laws and regulations.
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
Ability to explain complex benefits, leave, and HR concepts in a clear and employee-friendly manner.
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with a focus on delivering practical solutions.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation, reporting, and compliance activities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion.
Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative with a customer-service mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Lead the administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, voluntary benefits, and wellness initiatives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding benefits eligibility, enrollment, plan changes, claims issues, and vendor escalations.
Manage annual open enrollment activities, including employee communications, educational sessions, enrollment support, and coordination with carriers, brokers, and vendors.
Evaluate benefits utilization, employee feedback, and market trends to identify opportunities for program enhancements and improved employee satisfaction.
Develop and deliver benefits communications and educational resources to improve employee understanding and engagement with available programs.
Support employee wellness, recognition, and engagement initiatives that contribute to a positive workplace culture and employee retention.
Oversee leave administration processes, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, parental leave, personal leaves of absence, and return-to-work programs.
Coordinate workers' compensation claims, injury management, and return-to-work efforts in partnership with employees, managers, and third-party administrators.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and related employment laws.
Maintain accurate employee records, benefits documentation, and HRIS data to support compliance, reporting, and audit requirements.
Support internal and external audits related to benefits, leave administration, and regulatory compliance.
Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders on HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
Provide guidance on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, workplace concerns, and policy interpretation.
Partner with HR leadership to support workplace investigations, corrective actions, and performance management processes as needed.
Assist leaders with employee development, engagement, retention, and workforce planning initiatives.
Support onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Total Rewards, Finance, and other business partners to support organizational objectives and strategic HR initiatives.
Analyze HR metrics and trends related to benefits, leave, retention, engagement, and workforce demographics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.