About this role

Company:

Description:

Our not-so-secret sauce.

Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a result of hard work by extraordinary people. More than 11,000 of the industry’s brightest talent drive our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can thrive as an Employee Health & Benefits Senior Benefits Specialist (e-sMMArt) at Marsh Agency (MMA).

MMA provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With 200 offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world’s leading professional services firm, Marsh (NYSE: MRSH).

Applicants must be within driving distance to any MMA Southeast office to be considered for this role and have the ability to commute to the office a minimum of three days per week.

A day in the life.

As an Employee Health & Benefits Senior Benefits Specialist (e-sMMArt) , you will:

Team Leadership:
Supervise and mentor a team of benefits specialists, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Conduct regular team meetings to discuss updates, address challenges, and promote best practices in benefits administration.

Benefits Administration:

Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and other ancillary benefits.

Ensure accurate enrollment, maintenance, and reporting of employee benefits records in the HRIS (Human Resources Information System).

Employee Support:

Serve as the primary point of contact for complex benefits inquiries, providing expert guidance and support to employees regarding their benefits options.

Conduct benefits orientation sessions for new hires and facilitate ongoing education for employees about their benefits.

Compliance and Reporting:

Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to employee benefits, including ACA, ERISA, and HIPAA.

Prepare and submit required reports and documentation to regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.

Program Evaluation and Improvement:

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of benefits programs, gathering feedback from employees and analyzing utilization data.

Recommend enhancements to benefits offerings based on industry trends, employee needs, and organizational goals.

Vendor Management:

Collaborate with benefits vendors and insurance carriers to ensure the delivery of services and resolve any issues that may arise.

Assist in the negotiation and renewal of vendor contracts to ensure competitive pricing and quality service.

Communication and Education:

Develop and distribute communication materials related to benefits programs, including newsletters, brochures, and online resources.

Organize and facilitate benefits fairs and informational sessions to promote awareness and understanding of available benefits.

Collaboration with HR Team:

Work closely with the HR team to align benefits programs with overall HR strategies and initiatives.

Assist in the development of policies and procedures related to employee benefit.

Our future colleague.

We’d love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in benefits administration, with at least 1 year in a team lead role, preferably within the insurance or corporate environment.
- Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate and support employees.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS software.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations.
- Must obtain Life and Health Insurance license within first 90 days of employment.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CEBS, PHR, SPHR) are a plus.

We know there are excellent candidates who might not check all of these boxes. Don’t be shy. If you’re close, we’d be very interested in meeting you.

Valuable benefits.

We value and respect the impact our colleagues make every day both inside and outside our organization. We’ve built a culture that promotes colleague well-being through robust benefit programs and resources, encourages professional and personal development, and celebrates opportunities to pursue the projects and causes that give colleagues fulfilment outside of work.

Some benefits included in this role are:

- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401K and company match program
- Company-paid life and disability
- Generous paid time off programs
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Volunteer paid time off (VTO)
- Career mobility
- Employee networking groups
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Charitable contribution match programs
- Stock purchase opportunities

To learn more about a career at MMA, check us out online: http://marshmma.com/careers or flip through our recruiting brochure: https://bit.ly/3Qpcjmw

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Who you are is who we are.

We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams.

Marsh Agency and its affiliates are

EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.

#MMASE

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