Benefits Associate

Job Description

Benefits Associate - Jefferies

Member of global payroll and benefits department (Corporate Human Resources) based in NY/NJ. Work closely with HRIS, payroll and HR Business Partners.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in administration of US health and welfare programs including health insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, short and long-term disability, leave, and worker’s compensation
• Assist in US wellness program for employees including organization of annual flu shots and numerous health and fitness programs offered throughout the year
• Assistance with day-to-day administration of the Benefits function
• First point of contact for general/ad hoc queries for the team. Managing multiple inboxes.
• Conduct New Hire Benefits Orientation
• Coordinates HRIS data entry including Qualifying Events, COBRA administration, Open Enrollment, etc.
• Respond to emails in shared Benefit mailbox and phone inquiries
• Prepares reports for management and ad hoc projects as needed
  
  

Knowledge & Skill Requirements:

• Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Workers Compensation, Medicare, Social Security and DOL requirements
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud (HCM)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Windows applications
• Ability to work within a metrics-driven, transactional type environment
• Good oral and written communication
  
  

Experience Required:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in-house administration
• Minimum 2 years of experience in health plan administration
  
  

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field from accredited four-year university required
  
  

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $70,000 - $75,000.

About Us

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.

At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.

The salary offered will take into consideration an individual’s experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies Financial Group is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees or part-time employees, who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours or more per week, including an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Jefferies also offers paid time off packages that include planned time off (e.g., vacation), unplanned time off (e.g., sick leave), and paid holidays, and for full time employees, paid parental leave.