[Remote] Benefits Administrator at Business Wire

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Requirements

  • 1+ years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR function
  • Proven ability to manage core benefits processes, including health insurance, leave programs, and retirement plans
  • Experience working with an HRIS platform; Workday strongly preferred
  • Strong understanding of benefits-related laws and compliance requirements, including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ACA, and MHPAEA
  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential employee information with discretion
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a focus on providing a positive employee experience
  • Customer service-oriented approach with the ability to support employees at all levels of the organization
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access)
  • Proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and adapt to evolving needs

Responsibilities

  • Delivers high-quality customer service to employees by responding to benefits-related questions in a timely, clear, and empathetic manner
  • Monitors the benefits inbox and responds to employee and vendor inquiries
  • Researches, analyzes, and manages benefit vendors and systems that support the organization’s goals
  • Holds vendors accountable for meeting service-level expectations
  • Manages core benefits functions, including health, life, and disability insurance, retirement plans, leave administration, and tuition reimbursement
  • Ensures all programs operate in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
  • Designs, implements, and evaluates the organization’s wellness program, with a focus on physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being
  • Manages leave of absence programs (FMLA, parental, medical, etc.), ensuring employees are paid accurately and in accordance with policies and practices
  • Supports onboarding, offboarding, open enrollment, and the overall employee benefits experience, including new hire orientation, enrollment in benefit plans and 401(k) programs, and providing separation-related information such as COBRA options, benefits end dates, and retirement vesting
  • Performs regular audits of benefits data and transactions in Workday to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies
  • Maintains accurate documentation and supports internal and external audits related to benefits programs and compliance
  • Partners with Payroll, external vendors, and other People & Culture functions to ensure alignment and timely processing
  • Prepares and distributes 1094 and 1095 forms annually to meet ACA reporting requirements
  • Participate in ad hoc projects and initiatives as needed

Skills

Business Wire

Global press release distribution services

About Business Wire

Business Wire provides press release distribution and regulatory disclosure services to organizations, journalists, and regulatory authorities. Their main service allows clients to disseminate news to targeted audiences through various channels. The NX network, a patented technology, ensures that press releases are delivered directly into editorial systems, enhancing reliability and efficiency. Unlike competitors, Business Wire offers tailored distribution packages and additional services like media targeting and guidance, which help clients maximize their communication efforts. The goal of Business Wire is to help businesses and organizations effectively share their news on a global scale.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$1,700MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Remote work flexibility
Health benefits
$100 monthly fitness allotment
Tuition reimbursement program
Enhanced mental health resources
401(k) plan with generous company match
Annual profit sharing contribution
PTO: Floating Holidays, Wellness Day Off, Birthday Day Off, and more!

Risks

Emerging AI technologies could disrupt traditional press release distribution models.
Streaming TV platforms may shift advertising budgets away from traditional channels.
Real-time solutions in industries may pressure Business Wire to enhance its real-time capabilities.

Differentiation

Business Wire's NX network ensures direct delivery into editorial systems, enhancing reliability.
The company offers tailored press release distribution services to reach specific target audiences.
Business Wire provides educational resources to keep clients informed about industry trends.

Upsides

Increased demand for AI-driven personalization can enhance client engagement and satisfaction.
The rise of streaming TV platforms presents new opportunities in digital media channels.
Growing partnerships with educational institutions can enhance Business Wire's educational resources.

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