Benefits Administrator
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Job Overview 

Our Human Resources department is in search of a Benefits Administrator to be a part of our team. You will be responsible for handling the development and implementation of various employee benefits programs. Besides, you should also be able to maintain and update the records of employee benefits files. 

As part of your job role, you will be responsible for addressing employee queries and ensuring that they have complete knowledge of the programs. Moreover, you will also be reviewing the company’s existing benefit policies and suggesting improvements.  

To be able to perform in this job role, you should be familiar with the industry’s best practices. Furthermore, you will be responsible for ensuring that all benefits programs offered comply to the legal guidelines. As a Benefits Administrator, you should be detail-oriented and have excellent communication skills. Your ability to negotiate and solve problems at hand will also be considered.  

If you can help us with all our benefits-related processes, then do get in touch. We would like to hear from you.   

Responsibilities 

• Researching and developing employee benefit programs 

• Creating, maintaining, and updating employee benefits files 

• Communicating with various service providers to understand the policies and benefits programs on offer 

• Addressing any employee queries and explaining the company’s benefit programs to them 

• Negotiating existing and new contract terms with service providers and vendors  

• Reviewing the company’s existing benefit programs and suggesting improvements 

• Coordinating with the Payroll Clerk to ensure employee benefits and payroll deductions are accurately calculated 

• Ensuring that all benefits offered adhere to the legal requirements 

• Keeping an eye on the industry trends to identify competitive benefits programs 

• Handling benefits compensations and reimbursement procedures 

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field 

• Proven work experience as a Benefits Administrator or similar role in the Human Resources department 

• Complete understanding of the industry practices and legal requirements 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Good time management and organizational skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Good presentation and negotiation skills 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively 

• Detail-oriented and highly motivated individual 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems 

• Displaying reliability 

• Ability to offer excellent customer service