Benefits Coordinator

About the role

We are currently seeking candidates for a Benefits Coordinator opportunity at a highly successful private equity firm located in Boston, MA. The Benefits Coordinator will provide benefits administration support and serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries. The ideal candidate will have 1-2+ years of experience in HR, client services or a related function. This is a 3-month contract opportunity with potential to extend, paying between $27-$32/hour (depending on experience). This a hybrid role out of their office in Boston, MA.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits, validate data, and prepare analyses and reports for U.S.-based benefit plans.
• Provide benefits administration support across retirement, healthcare, insurance, dental, professional development, work-life, and deferred compensation programs.
• Support the administration of U.S. and international benefits plans and related projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries and provide timely support and guidance.
• Coordinate and process reimbursement requests for professional development expenses.
• Coordinate benefits-related administrative activities, including open enrollment support, vendor billing, quarterly reporting, committee documentation, audit preparation, reimbursement administration, and special initiatives.
• Provide additional support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 1–2+ years of experience in HR, client services, or a related function, including internships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with Workday is preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing needs, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to data accuracy.

Pay

$27-$32/hour (depending on experience)

Schedule

3-month contract with potential to extend; hybrid role based in Boston, MA.