Full-Time

Benefits Specialist

Hybrid

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First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$24.3 - $33.3Hourly

Mid

Orange, CA, USA

Requires onsite presence in Santa Ana, CA for three days per week.

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Required Skills
Customer Service
Data Analysis
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in benefits, wellbeing, absence, or worker’s compensation
  • Knowledge of employee health and welfare benefit plans, including medical, dental, prescription, account-based plans, life/AD&D, disability, and ancillary offerings; both self-funded and fully insured arrangements preferred.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in human resources is preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Excellent customer service skills; results oriented; effective problem-solving skills.
  • The ability to communicate with employees comfortably and effectively at all levels of the organization.
  • Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
  • Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills
  • Ability to analyze complex issues, diagnose potential problems and identify and implement solutions.
  • Excellent computer/technical skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Workday)
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and demands.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in administration of the company’s healthcare plans and wellness programs, including but not limited to assisting employees with benefits coverage, developing, and distributing employee communication and education programs.
  • Oversees employee escalations with the highest level of professionalism and customer service.
  • Performs quality checks of benefits-related data as needed.
  • Assists with annual enrollment process as needed.
  • Coordinate and conduct employee information presentations, enrollments, and other related educational sessions regarding benefit programs.
  • Coordinate and administer activities involving company's paid time-off programs.
  • Prepare, distribute, and maintain benefits description booklets, annual statements, and certificates.
  • Act as liaison between company and various insurance carriers and plan administrators.
  • Remain current on all government regulations involving payroll and benefits, including HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, ACA, and ADA.
  • Compile periodic and special reports on benefits matters for senior HR management.
  • Support leave of absence and worker’s compensation tasks as assigned.

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, making it a leading provider of real estate data solutions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$800.2M

Headquarters

Santa Ana, California

Founded

1889

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • First American's strategic acquisitions, such as Mother Lode Holding Company, enhance its market position and service offerings.
  • The company's focus on digital transformation, evidenced by the acquisition of Docutech, positions it well for future growth in the digital mortgage space.
  • Being recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For highlights a positive work culture and strong employee satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breach allegations could damage First American's reputation and customer trust.
  • The highly competitive real estate and insurance markets require continuous innovation to maintain market share.

What makes First American unique

  • First American's comprehensive suite of services, from title insurance to real estate data solutions, offers a one-stop-shop for real estate transactions, unlike competitors who may specialize in only one area.
  • Their proprietary platform, myFirstAm®, provides seamless access to property information and transaction management, setting them apart in terms of technological integration.
  • The company's extensive database, covering 99% of U.S. housing stock, provides unparalleled data insights for real estate and mortgage decisions.

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Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development