Sr. Benefits Specialist
Chicago, Illinois
Contract/Temp to Hire
$45.00 - $55.00 per Hour
Sr. Employee Benefits Specialist position in North Center (Chicago, IL)!
Lee Hecht Harrison is looking for an experienced Employee Benefits Consultant to evaluate, develop, and implement a comprehensive Total Rewards package for workers at a vital healthcare organization on Chicago’s northside. If you’re an expert in benefits & retirement, this role is for you!
Compensation Range: $45.00 - $55.00 Per Hour (Depending on Experience & Technical Skillet)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm (Full-Time; 40 Hours Per Week)
Worksite: HYBRID (3 Days In-Office / 2 Days Work-from-Home)
Dress Code: Business Casual
Report To: VP of Total Rewards
Direct Reports: 3 Benefit Analysts
Benefits & Perks:
LHH Recruitment Solutions has benefit offerings for Associates that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Additional Voluntary Benefits, EAP Program, Commuter Benefits, and a 401k plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Permanent Benefits: BCBS PPO & HMO, BCBS Dental, EyeMed Vision, 403(B) + 3% Match, Life AD&D, LTD, STD, 2 Weeks PTO, 9 Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Saving Account (HSA), EAP, Commuter Benefits, PLSF Eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
Responsibilities:
Benefit Program Management: Lead evaluation, development, and implementation of benefit plans and programs. Continuously review and benchmark benefit strategies and technologies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Employee Communication & Education: Develop effective communication and education strategies, particularly during annual enrollments and orientations. Oversee leave of absence policies and processes, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Team Supervision & Compliance: Supervise the Benefits team, including hiring, coaching, and performance management. Ensure compliance with governmental regulations, including ACA, and manage relationships with vendors and brokers.
Program Alignment & Development: Lead subsidiary benefit and wellness program development, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational goals. Manage RFP processes for negotiating insurance premiums, oversee benefit vendor invoicing, and conduct benefit survey analysis
Requirements:
5-7 years of progressive Employee Benefits / Total Rewards experience with a thorough understanding or current benefit laws, regulations, including ACA.
Prior Benefits Management experience – team leadership, training & developing direct reports, and an ability to spearhead total rewards decision for the department
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources required; Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) and/or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) certification is preferred.
Expertise in managing employee retirement plans (403(B)), benefits vendor selection & negotiation, and total rewards analysis
A Criminal Background Check & Drug Screening are Administered Upon Offer of Employment
COVID-19 Vaccination & Booster is Required for Consideration.
If you or someone you know would be interested in this Sr. Benefits Coordinator / Manager job in Chicago, IL, or would like to see other available opportunities:
Click “apply” or visit our website at www.lhh.com
Pay Details: $45.00 to $55.00 per hour Search managed by: John McClaffertyBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.
Sr. Benefits Specialist
LHH
29 days ago
$45.00 - $55.00 per Hour
Contract/Temp to Hire
Chicago, Illinois
Sr. Employee Benefits Specialist position in North Center (Chicago, IL)!
Lee Hecht Harrison is looking for an experienced Employee Benefits Consultant to evaluate, develop, and implement a comprehensive Total Rewards package for workers at a vital healthcare organization on Chicago’s northside. If you’re an expert in benefits & retirement, this role is for you!
Compensation Range: $45.00 - $55.00 Per Hour (Depending on Experience & Technical Skillet)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm (Full-Time; 40 Hours Per Week)
Worksite: HYBRID (3 Days In-Office / 2 Days Work-from-Home)
Dress Code: Business Casual
Report To: VP of Total Rewards
Direct Reports: 3 Benefit Analysts
Benefits & Perks:
LHH Recruitment Solutions has benefit offerings for Associates that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Additional Voluntary Benefits, EAP Program, Commuter Benefits, and a 401k plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Permanent Benefits: BCBS PPO & HMO, BCBS Dental, EyeMed Vision, 403(B) + 3% Match, Life AD&D, LTD, STD, 2 Weeks PTO, 9 Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Saving Account (HSA), EAP, Commuter Benefits, PLSF Eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
Responsibilities:
Benefit Program Management: Lead evaluation, development, and implementation of benefit plans and programs. Continuously review and benchmark benefit strategies and technologies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Employee Communication & Education: Develop effective communication and education strategies, particularly during annual enrollments and orientations. Oversee leave of absence policies and processes, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Team Supervision & Compliance: Supervise the Benefits team, including hiring, coaching, and performance management. Ensure compliance with governmental regulations, including ACA, and manage relationships with vendors and brokers.
Program Alignment & Development: Lead subsidiary benefit and wellness program development, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational goals. Manage RFP processes for negotiating insurance premiums, oversee benefit vendor invoicing, and conduct benefit survey analysis
Requirements:
5-7 years of progressive Employee Benefits / Total Rewards experience with a thorough understanding or current benefit laws, regulations, including ACA.
Prior Benefits Management experience – team leadership, training & developing direct reports, and an ability to spearhead total rewards decision for the department
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources required; Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) and/or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) certification is preferred.
Expertise in managing employee retirement plans (403(B)), benefits vendor selection & negotiation, and total rewards analysis
A Criminal Background Check & Drug Screening are Administered Upon Offer of Employment
COVID-19 Vaccination & Booster is Required for Consideration.
If you or someone you know would be interested in this Sr. Benefits Coordinator / Manager job in Chicago, IL, or would like to see other available opportunities:
Click “apply” or visit our website at www.lhh.com
Pay Details: $45.00 to $55.00 per hour Search managed by: John McClaffertyBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.