Benefits Specialist

Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Here you go! Beacon Hill has partnered with a non-profit organization in hiring a Benefits Administrator to start immediately! This is a contract-to-hire role in the Loop supporting roughly 600 employees with benefits administration. Key Responsibilities: Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, COBRA, 401(k), and wellness initiatives Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit inquiries and provide timely resolution of issues Assist with open enrollment, benefits communications, and compliance filings (e.g., 5500s, ACA reporting) Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and ensure benefits data integrity Liaise with vendors to troubleshoot problems, process enrollments/changes, and ensure quality service Coordinate and process leave of absence requests, including FMLA, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies Support audits, benefit plan renewals, and internal reporting Qualifications: 2 years of experience in benefits administration or HR support with a focus on employee benefits Knowledge of federal and state benefit-related laws (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA) Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, or similar) Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field CEBS or other relevant certification a plus Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/ Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com . Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)

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