Senior Benefits Specialist (Temp) - AlixPartners, LLP

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve.By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday and remote working options for Monday and Friday.

Contract: Approximately 6 months

What you'll do

The Total Rewards Benefits Senior Specialist (TEMP) role is coverage for someone who is on leave. You will be responsible for the administration of primarily U.S. based health and welfare benefit programs within the Firm. You will be a person who has a passion for helping others, a results-oriented technical thinker who is a team player and adaptive in a dynamic and changing environment.

The Total Rewards Benefits Senior Specialist is a full-time, temporary role in Southfield, Michigan or New York, NY, reporting to the Total Rewards Benefits Director. Paid relocation is not available.Assignment is expected to go through the middle of 2025.

• Execute and deliver U.S. & Canadian benefits processes and procedures.
• Assist with the administration of the monthly billing, including preparing invoices, auditing, and maintenance of benefit cost tracking.
• Manage the relationships with our Health and Welfare carriers.
• Respond to complex benefits questions and correspond with vendors to resolve confidential employee issues.
• Review and approve benefit elections in benefits system.
• Perform system maintenance, data updates, and reporting in HR/Benefits system.
• Maintain content on Benefits intranet page working with IT to update as needed.
• Assist in the evaluation and implementation of the US & Canadian benefit programs including group medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance among others.
• Assist with the coordination of annual Open Enrollment including benefits system set up, communications, data audits, and data feeds to vendors.
• Ensure policies and procedures follow ACA, ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, ERISA, and other regulations that impact benefits.
• Provide training to support benefit program awareness and skills for People team members, employees, and decision makers.
• Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance or related field of study highly preferred. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Minimum three (3) years of HR experience within the benefits arena and within a professional service firm and multi-national experience highly preferred.
• Knowledge of HR practices, procedures, required documentation, and compliance requirements required.
• Experience with HR systems, preferably experience with ADP - Workforce Now, and Oracle.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English demonstrating a high level of confidentiality and customer focus.
• Ability to interact with employees at all levels, including spouses, to handle confidential information while being sensitive to personal situations.
• Excellent analytical skills; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational skills with thorough attention to detail; must be able to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency independently and collaboratively in a team-focused and environment.
• Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners'Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No VISAs available for this position.

MUST BE CURRENTLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. NO VISA OR IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE, NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc.)

The hourly range for this role takes into account a number of factors and is between $38/hr. - $48/hr.

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

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AlixPartners is a global firm of senior business and consulting professionals that specializes in improving corporate financial and operational performance, executing corporate turnarounds and providing litigation consulting and forensic accounting services when it really matters - in urgent, high-impact situations. More information is available at www.alixpartners.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, (age), status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Bronze award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

Minimum Salary: 31200.00
Maximum Salary: 31200.00
Salary Unit: Yearly