HR Benefits Specialist

About the role

NHMB is seeking an individual with strong benefits administration experience and working HR systems knowledge, a process improvement mindset, solid communication skills, and strong customer service orientation. The HR Benefits Specialist will play a crucial role in administering the Company’s benefits and leave programs supporting five companies in our shared services model.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support employee benefit programs, including health/welfare, retirement, COBRA, and workers’ compensation
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers on benefits and leave questions
• Partner with vendors, brokers, and internal teams to support program administration and issue resolution
• Aid with Open Enrollment, employee communications, and benefits reporting
• Support leave administration processes and continuous improvement efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in employee benefits administration with working knowledge of leave processes and related regulatory requirements
• Strong HRIS system experience (ADP Workforce Now preferred) to support enrollments, changes, and reporting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to travel to other local company locations or meetings as needed
• Ability to work on-site in Meredith, NH Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Qualifications

• Professional HR or benefits certification preferred

Benefits

NHMB offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401K (with Company match), paid time off, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and the opportunity to work with a great team.

Pay

Negotiable based on level of experience between $70,000 - $88,000

Schedule

Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM

FLSA: Exempt, Professional Non Management

Company Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This includes veterans and individuals with disabilities. NHMB is truly a unique and exciting organization - the first mutual community banking shared services organization of its kind found in Northern New England. NHMB provides the operational support for three premier independent mutual savings banks, MVSB, The Merrimack and Savings Bank of Walpole (SBW), and a financial advisory and trust company, NHTrust.