Position Summary

The Benefits & Wellness Specialist will primarily be responsible for assisting the Head of Benefits and Wellness in managing and administering TCW’s employee benefit programs for both U.S. and international offices and collaborating with colleagues in HR on initiatives and projects. This position will interact with internal clients across the organization and will play a crucial role in ensuring our employees receive comprehensive and competitive benefits, enhancing their overall satisfaction and well-being. The ideal candidate must have knowledge and experience in administration of benefit and wellness programs.

Essential Duties

• Administer and assist in managing employee benefit programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
• Conduct regular audits of benefits data to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support in researching and resolving member claims issues with carriers and brokers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, providing clear and concise information.
• Assist in the annual benefits renewal process, including plan analysis, cost projections, and employee communications.
• Support open enrollment activities, including the development of communication materials, updating benefits administration system, and conducting informational sessions.
• Support administration of benefit programs for offices outside of the U.S. Liaise with brokers and local benefit experts. Conduct research on local laws and best practices regarding benefits and wellness.
• Partner with third-party vendor to administer the employee Leaves of Absence process in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Collaborate with vendors and third-party administrators to resolve issues and ensure smooth operation of benefit programs.
• Analyze and report on benefit utilization, identify trends and make recommendations for plan improvements.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and legislative changes, ensuring the company remains compliant with all relevant regulations.
• Assist in the development, design, and implementation of wellness initiatives to promote employee health and well-being.
• Provide training and support to HR team members and managers on benefits-related topics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• 7 years’ experience in HR including experience with employee benefit programs in a professional industry
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employee benefits and leaves of absence (COBRA, ERISA, HIPPA, ACA, FMLA, PDL, etc.) and notice and reporting obligations
• Strong interest in the employee benefits field and emerging trends in employee benefits.
• Strong software skills including MS office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience working with HR software

Professional Skills Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; good presentation skills
• Excellent organizational, project management, prioritization and time management skills
• Exercises good judgment, maintains strict confidentiality, and adheres to high standard of professional conduct
• Self-motivated; works well independently and in a team environment
• Strives to continuously improve processes and research and implement best practices
• Thorough with high level of accuracy

Desired Qualifications

• Financial services experience highly desired.
• Experience administering leave of absence programs highly desired.

Estimated Compensation:

Base Salary: For CA based position, the base salary range is $90-$130k . This is an anticipated range only.

Other Compensation: Eligible to be considered for an annual discretionary bonus

Benefits: Eligible for TCW’s comprehensive benefits package. See more information here.

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