Benefits Associate

Benefits Analyst  - Jefferies 

Member of global payroll and benefits department (Corporate Human Resources) based in NY/NJ.  Work closely with HRIS, payroll and HR Business Partners.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in administration of US health and welfare programs including health insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, short and long-term disability, leave, and worker’s compensation
• Assist in US wellness program for employees including organization of annual flu shots and numerous health and fitness programs offered throughout the year
• Assistance with day-to-day administration of the Benefits function
• First point of contact for general/ad hoc queries for the team. Managing multiple inboxes.
• Conduct New Hire Benefits Orientation
• Coordinates HRIS data entry including Qualifying Events, COBRA administration, Open Enrollment, etc.
• Respond to emails in shared Benefit mailbox and phone inquiries
• Prepares reports for management and ad hoc projects as needed 

Knowledge & Skill Requirements: 

• Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Workers Compensation, Medicare, Social Security and DOL requirements 
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud (HCM)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Windows applications
• Ability to work within a metrics-driven, transactional type environment 
• Good oral and written communication

Experience Required: 

• Minimum 2 years of experience in-house administration 
• Minimum 2 years of experience in health plan administration

Education Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field from accredited four-year university required 

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $70,000 - $75,000.