Benefits Manager

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced and dedicated Benefits Manager for a fantastic opportunity in the Hartford, Connecticut area. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in benefits management and will be responsible for designing, administering, and managing employee benefit programs. This role requires a strong understanding of compliance regulations, proficiency in utilizing HRIS platforms, and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities :

• Design and administer employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and other benefits offerings to ensure they are competitive and cost-effective.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing payroll and benefits, including managing FMLA, ADA, and other relevant laws.
• Handle enrollments and terminations, coordinate open enrollment periods, manage vendor relationships, process benefits changes, verify billing accuracy, and manage payments.
• Provide functional expertise in HRIS platforms. Configure and maintain core functionality, prepare reports, and ensure data integrity.
• Communicate benefits offerings and updates to employees, handle inquiries, resolve issues related to benefits, and prepare benefits presentations and training materials.
• Analyze and assess the competitiveness of current benefits compared to market trends, develop and manage the benefits budget, and provide strategic recommendations to improve benefits offerings.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure the accuracy of benefits data, monitor and analyze benefits usage and participation rates, and report results to ensure all enrollments are accurate.
• Work closely with various departments and external vendors to design, implement, and maintain an effective benefits strategy. Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate benefits deductions.

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Benefit offerings may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

At LHH Recruitment Solutions, our colleagues specialize in eight different practice areas including Human Resources. Connect with a Recruitment Specialist today by submitting your resume via the Apply button.

Pay Details : $95,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year

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Salary : $95,000 - $110,000