Job Description

We are currently seeking a Benefits Coordinator to work with our Law Firm Client in Newark, NJ.

JOB SUMMARY:

The employee benefits coordinator position assists employees with benefits enrollment and questions, verifies all insurance billing, maintains employee database and files, and ensures compliance with required benefit notices.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer various employee benefits programs, such as group health, flexible spending accounts, dental and vision, accident and disability, life insurance, 401(k), and wellness benefits. (Anthem, Aflac, Ameriflex, Ameritas, Unum, Optum)
• Conduct benefits orientations and explain benefits self-enrollment system.
• Maintain employee benefits filing systems and ensure benefits changes are entered appropriately in payroll system for payroll deduction.
• Assist employees with health, dental, life and other related benefit claims.
• Verify the calculation of the monthly premium statements for all group insurance policies and maintain statistical data relative to premiums, claims and costs. Resolve administrative problems with the carrier representatives.
• Answers employee questions about regarding benefits.
• Coordinates new hire orientation, benefits open enrollment and company-wide meetings.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of benefits plan administration.
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professional designations preferred.