Benefits Administrator

The Global Benefits team manages health & welfare and retirement benefits for US-based attorneys and professional staff and provides select benefits for attorneys based outside the US. The Benefits Administrator is responsible to provide support to participants in the Baker Benefits Plan.Main responsibilities:Participate in the administration of the Baker Benefits Plan. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, defined contribution (401(k)) plan, defined benefit (cash balance) plan etcProvide administrative support for leave of absence programs, as neededMaintain vendor file feeds and coordinate with vendors on requirements and changes to all data transfersParticipate in the management of the annual enrollment process and develop communications with stakeholdersProvide support to external auditors for the annual benefit plans audit (insurance and retirement)Work with benefit plan partners to verify employee data when requested and for all annual compliance requests including but not limited to ACA ReportingProcess new hires and mid-year life changes and electronically maintain employee benefit filesAudit eligibility changes/files to ensure timely notification to vendors Skills and experience:An associate’s or bachelor’s degree is preferredStrong experience in Benefits AdministrationStrong mathematical aptitude, analytical skills, and attention to detailProficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint and comfortable managing Excel-generated reportsKnowledgeable of all Health and Welfare plans and voluntary programsHRIS experience is preferredEffective presentation and communication skills; able to deliver informative and engaging presentationsUnderstands and applies complex information and data from various sources to meet objectivesAble to manage multiple assignments, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions and work assignmentsAble to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information with tact and discretion Reports to: Senior Manager of BenefitsPosition type: SpecialistDevelopment framework: Specialist