Contract Benefits Specialist

SUMMARY

As a Benefits Specialist, you will be a key player on the Talent team, ensuring the accurate and efficient administration of our global benefits programs and supporting program implementations and enhancements. This is a hands-on role that includes serving as a vital resource for employees and acting as a primary point of contact for benefit vendors. You will report to the Senior Benefits Manager and collaborate closely with internal cross-functional teams including People Ops, HR Business Partners, HR Compliance, Payroll, Legal, and Procurement. This is a fixed-term contractor role through January 31, 2026.

Location: Remote - US

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support the administration of employee benefits across the globe


• Serve as the main point of contact for employees, assisting them with benefits and leave of absence inquiries and helping them resolve issues


• Administer leave of absence processes with TriNet and partner with People Ops, HR Business Partners, and Payroll teams on employee leave matters


• Support the rollout of new and enhanced benefits programs globally


• Assist with expected acquisition preparation and planning


• Partner with benefits brokers and vendors as needed


• Assist with benefit plan renewals, including the annual US open enrollment process


• Identify and improve internal processes for increased efficiency


• Create and maintain employee resources & content on internal intranet site


• Prepare and update documentation of benefits programs, processes and procedures, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and following documented guidelines


• Support special projects as needed

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 2+ years of relevant experience in benefits administration or a similar HR role, preferably with global benefits exposure


• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization


• Ability to navigate complex benefits and leave of absence matters


• Experience in high-volume benefits administration is a plus