Senior Associate Total Rewards, Human Resources

Audax Group • Boston, MA

10d • $110,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced HR Senior Associate with 5–10 years of progressive HR experience to join our team. This role will focus on managing employee benefits programs, overseeing immigration processes, and administering employee leave programs. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring a positive employee experience while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with applicable laws and company policies. This role is located at our Boston off

Requirements

• 5–10 years of HR experience with demonstrated expertise in benefits, immigration, and leave administration.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, etc.).
• Experience managing U.S. immigration processes in partnership with external legal counsel.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to provide clear, empathetic employee support.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with benefits/leave management parties a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (HR certification a plus: PHR, SHRM-CP).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for employees regarding benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement, wellness, and ancillary programs.
• Lead annual benefits renewal, open enrollment, and vendor relationships.
• Partner with brokers, carriers, and internal teams to resolve employee benefit issues in a timely manner.
• Oversee administration of the Audax’ 401(k) plan, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing the annual audit process, and leading employee education and engagement efforts
• Monitor compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Develop employee communications and resources to promote benefits understanding and utilization.
• Act as the main liaison between employees, managers, and immigration counsel on work authorization, visa applications, extensions, and permanent residency processes.
• Maintain accurate records of immigration cases and ensure timely filings in partnership with external legal counsel.
• Monitor changes in immigration laws and regulations to ensure compliance with all employment-based visa requirements
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on immigration timelines, processes, and compliance requirements.
• Track expiration dates for visas and work permits to avoid disruptions in employment.
• Handle documentation coordination and other needs for different immigration filings.
• Administer employee leave programs including FMLA, state-specific leave, parental leave, short-term disability, long-term disability, and other leave programs.
• Communicate leave policies and procedures to employees and managers while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Work closely with third-party benefits administrators.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws.
• Partner with payroll and benefits teams to coordinate leave-related pay and benefit adjustments.
• Primary contact for all international employee and office matters (London and Hong Kong) including working with PEO, compliance with government and necessary filings, benefits, etc.
• Update handbook annually ensuring any changes across jurisdictions are incorporated as well as general Audax policies.
• Assist with HR projects and initiatives across benefits, wellness, compliance, and policy development.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues to enhance employee experience, streamline processes, and maintain compliance.
• Provide data, reports, and insights related to benefits, immigration, and leave to support decision-making.

Benefits

• health insurance
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• paid time off (including sick leave, parental leave, volunteer leave, and vacation)
• charitable donation match
• family support services (including Bright Horizons and Benefit Advocate Center)
• a 401(k) in addition to other benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees