Benefits Manager (Contract)

Teneo
New York
Workplace: HybridContractUSD 60 - 70 hourlyFunction: People, HR & TalentExperience: 5+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Customer service","Communication","Attention to detail","Organization","Judgment"]

Support day-to-day administration of employee benefits and leave processes for a temporary leave of absence coverage period. Partner with the Senior People Partner, People and Payroll teams, and external benefits vendors to process enrollments, qualifying events, COBRA, retirement transactions, and accommodations. Maintain benefits records, run audits and reconciliations, support compliance activities (including 401(k) audits and filings), and coordinate related data work for annual compensation planning.

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Teneo
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1 month ago

Benefits Manager (Contract)

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Job Summary

Support day-to-day administration of employee benefits and leave processes for a temporary leave of absence coverage period. Partner with the Senior People Partner, People and Payroll teams, and external benefits vendors to process enrollments, qualifying events, COBRA, retirement transactions, and accommodations. Maintain benefits records, run audits and reconciliations, support compliance activities (including 401(k) audits and filings), and coordinate related data work for annual compensation planning.
Location: New York
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract
Job Function: People, HR & Talent
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Administer employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, HSA, COBRA, retirement, and wellness benefits) and serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries.
  • •Process benefit enrollments and qualifying life events, including terminations, COBRA administration, retirement plan transactions, and other employee benefit changes accurately and timely.
  • •Coordinate leave of absence and accommodation administration by tracking documentation, partnering with external leave providers, and supporting compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
  • •Partner with Payroll, Finance, HRIS, and benefits vendors/brokers to support accurate payroll deductions, retirement plan funding, vendor billing, and issue resolution.
  • •Maintain benefits records and reporting, perform routine audits and reconciliations, support compliance-related activities (including 401(k) audits and annual filings), and assist with annual compensation planning data preparation.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 60 - 70 hourly

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • •5+ years of hands-on experience administering employee benefits programs in a fast-paced professional services, consulting, or corporate environment.
  • •Strong knowledge of U.S. employee benefits programs, leave administration, and related compliance requirements; experience with international benefits programs is a plus.
  • •Experience partnering with benefits vendors, brokers, third-party administrators, Payroll, and Finance teams for accurate benefits administration.
  • •Proficiency with Workday for benefits administration and reporting; advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
Experience:5+ yearsProfessional servicesConsultingCorporate environment
Education:Bachelor's in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Skills:Customer serviceCommunicationAttention to detailOrganizationJudgment
Languages:English
Tech Stack:WorkdayMicrosoft ExcelCOBRA401(k)

Company Brief

Teneo
Teneo is a global advisory firm that helps leaders navigate strategy, communications, risk, and transformation. It serves corporations, investors, and institutions with consulting, public affairs, crisis management, and CEO advisory services.
Industry: Consulting
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Funding: Private Equity Backed
Headquarters: New York City, United States
Founded: 2011
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