Hybrid Benefits Specialist in Philadelphia - Up to 90K!

Our client, a global consulting and talent advisory organization, is seeking a Benefits Specialist to support an expanding workforce by taking ownership of the day-to-day administration of the company's benefits programs and serving as the primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries.

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity for a benefits-focused professional who enjoys employee interaction, thrives on accuracy and compliance, and wants exposure to senior leadership in a fast-paced, professional services environment. This position is largely remote, with in-person days in the Philadelphia office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and leadership regarding health, welfare, retirement, and leave-related benefit programs
• Manage the day-to-day administration of employee benefits, ensuring accurate and timely processing of enrollments, qualifying life events, terminations, and COBRA activities
• Support annual Open Enrollment by coordinating employee communications, system updates, and enrollment activities
• Review and maintain benefits data within Paylocity, ensuring accuracy across employee records, payroll deductions, and vendor integrations
• Audit benefit files, eligibility reports, and vendor feeds to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Review and process benefits-related invoices, funding requests, and reconciliations
• Partner with Payroll and vendors to ensure accurate benefit deductions and funding activities
• Coordinate leave of absence and accommodation processes in partnership with third-party administrators
• Conduct benefits orientations for new hires and provide ongoing employee education regarding available benefit programs
• Draft and distribute employee communications related to benefits, open enrollment, policy changes, and compliance requirements
• Assist with annual compliance initiatives, including regulatory notices, reporting requirements, and benefits documentation
• Maintain benefits policies, guides, and internal resources to ensure employees have access to current information
• Collaborate closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, and senior leadership to deliver a seamless employee benefits experience

Requirements

• 2-3+ years of dedicated benefits administration experience OR 5+ years of HR experience with significant hands-on responsibility for employee benefits
• Proven experience supporting employee health, welfare, retirement, leave, and ancillary benefit programs
• Strong understanding of benefits administration, enrollment processes, qualifying life events, open enrollment, and vendor management
• Experience serving as a resource for employees on complex benefits questions and sensitive life events
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume administrative processes with accuracy
• Advanced Excel and/or Google Sheets skills, including experience working with large datasets, reconciliations, and reporting
• Experience with HRIS platforms; Paylocity experience strongly preferred
• Excellent customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels, including executives and C-suite leadership
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
• Professional services, consulting, or corporate environment experience preferred

Pay

Compensation includes a base salary of $80,000-$90,000 annually.

Benefits

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.