Benefits Specialist

Job Title: Benefits Specialist

Location (city, state): Hoffman Estates, IL

Industry: Technology

Pay: $60,000 - $72,000 based on experience

About Our Client

Addison Group is working with our technology and security client located in Hoffman Estates. They are a a well-established organization in growth mode. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing Benefits Team. Supporting over 5K employees, the Benefits Specialist who will help support and manage employee benefit 401K and health and wellness programs. This is a key role within the HR team, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact on employee experience and benefits operations.

Job Description

The Benefits Specialist is responsible for administering employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, wellness initiatives, and retirement plans. This role ensures employees are well-supported in navigating their benefit options, while maintaining compliance and data accuracy. The position also plays a vital role in communicating benefit updates and partnering with external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day operations of benefit plans including health, ancillary, and wellness programs
• Customer facing with strong follow-up and excellent service delivery
• Support employees with benefits-related questions, enrollment, and claims assistance
• Maintain accurate benefit records and eligibility data within HR systems
• Monitor and ensure compliance with ACA, FMLA, HIPAA, ERISA, and other applicable regulations
• Assist in annual open enrollment planning, communication, and execution
• Review and audit benefit invoices and process payments in a timely manner
• Serve as liaison between the company and third-party vendors or carriers
• Track and evaluate benefit usage, costs, and participation trends
• Develop internal benefit communications including emails, flyers, and newsletters
• Assist in the administration and compliance of 401(k) plans, including audits and eligibility
• Collaborate with the Senior Leave & Benefits Specialist for cross-functional support
• Participate in benefit plan evaluations and recommend enhancements or cost-saving changes
• Conduct employee training and education sessions on benefit offerings
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in benefits administration or related HR function
• Working knowledge of health & welfare and retirement benefits
• Previous experience focusing on 401K programs
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Prior experience with HRIS systems and vendor management
  
  

Additional Details

• Hybrid schedule may be available based on client needs
• Reports to the HR department; will work closely with employees at all levels
• Must be detail-oriented and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Perks

• Join a collaborative and professional HR team
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of benefits programs and compliance practices
• Only one day required in office
• Meaningful role supporting employee wellbeing and organizational compliance
  
  

Benefits

• PTO plus Holidays
• Benefit Information: Vision, Dental, Medical, 401(k)
• Wellness Program
  
  

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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