Latham & Watkins, a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world, is currently seeking a Global Benefits Generalist to join our winning team, located in New York. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation and collaboration.

The Global Benefits Generalist will receive a generous total compensation package. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program including healthcare, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401k plan, and more! In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure.

As a Generalist at Latham, you will be responsible for assisting the administration of existing Firm benefit policies.  The Generalist will support the department and the local offices by ensuring that staff and attorneys have access to a centralized resource and uses their knowledge of the Firm’s benefits programs to answer questions, facilitate enrollments, and monitor life style event changes for benefits purposes.  The Generalist will also develop and maintain relationships with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and vendors at the Firm. The responsibilities of the Generalist will also include :

• Monitoring benefit telephone line and e-mail box in an effort to respond to benefits-related questions from staff and attorneys at the Firm
• Acting as a centralized point of contact and responding to questions from the local offices regarding Firm benefits; understanding benefits eligibility rules for all health, welfare, workers’ compensation and retirement benefits; being able to answer benefits questions from attorneys, paralegals, and staff, and using appropriate resources in the Global Benefits Department as needed
• Leading benefits portion of new hire orientation for attorneys and staff in the various offices; ensuring understanding of the programs offered by the Firm and awareness of enrollment deadlines
• Promoting the value added benefits of the Firm with a goal of increasing awareness and participation; planning health & wellness events for the local offices as needed throughout the year
• Assisting with settlement of claims disputes
• Establishing relations with insurance carriers and vendors by handling day-to-day administration of group plans
• Coordinating and assisting with firm-wide annual benefits enrollment renewals; educating participants by providing clear and complete information in accordance with group policy, terms, and conditions
• Assisting with developing benefit communications, detailed benefit summaries, and presentations
• Assisting with market research and preparing census data as part of requests for proposals for all Firm administered benefit programs
• Advising management of observed trends, unanswered requests, potential problems, or critical issues in order to troubleshoot problem areas before they escalate and interfere with benefit efforts
• Keeping abreast of general benefits trends and conducting market research in order to make recommendations to management regarding existing and future benefit plans
• Maintaining relationships with key departments in the office and the Firm including the Payroll Department, Accounting Department, and Information Technology
• Working with brokers and carriers regarding ongoing service issues; working with the Leave of Absence Team as needed; assisting with special projects regarding various benefit issues as needed
• Promoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for co-workers

As a Generalist, you will be expected to apply your organizational and communication skills while displaying a positive, high-energy attitude. The successful Generalist must have comprehensive knowledge of the terms and conditions of health and welfare plans to ensure the proper administration by insurers and vendors, as well as knowledge of benefits practices. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Spanish, have well-developed and professional interpersonal skills, strong communication skill, as well as the ability to work in a team environment with a customer service focus. The Generalist will be able to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion, have the organizational skills needed to manage time well, be able to multi-task, and have excellent follow-up skills.

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. A minimum of two (2) years of related Employee Benefits administration experience is desired.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ link.

Latham & Watkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity, equal opportunity and sustainability enables Latham & Watkins to draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms.

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