Benefits Specialist - Cheshire, CT

Administers day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), etc.).

Participates in the management of the enrollment processes, including new hire onboarding and annual open enrollment.

Coordinates with benefits providers to resolve employee issues and ensure efficient benefits delivery.

Serves as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and issues.

Provides guidance and support to employees regarding benefits options, eligibility, and claim procedures.

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local benefits regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA).

Maintains accurate and up-to-date records and documentation of employee benefits.

Prepares and files required compliance reports and documents.

Develops and distributes communication materials to inform employees about benefits programs and changes.

Organizes benefits-related workshops, webinars, and meetings.

Manages relationships with benefits vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators.

Monitors vendor performance and address any service issues.

Participates in the evaluation and selection of benefits providers.

Analyzes benefits data to identify trends, utilization patterns, and areas for improvement.

Generates reports on benefits participation, costs, and other relevant metrics.

Provides recommendations for benefits plan design changes based on data analysis.

Performs other duties as assigned.