Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates · 2 months ago
Health & Welfare Benefits Compliance Project Specialist
New York
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP is one of the most prestigious law firms in the world, seeking a Health & Welfare Benefits Compliance Project Specialist. This role involves supporting the Firm's global health and welfare benefit plans, managing compliance objectives, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to regulations and maintain benefit offerings.
ConsultingLaw EnforcementLegal
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supports day-to-day project management by coordinating the scheduling of meetings with counsel, vendors, brokers, etc. and maintaining records and notes, tracking take-aways items from meetings and responsible to follow-up with stakeholders for associated items. Assist with the review of materials provided
Project manages work conducted by inside and outside counsel
Analyzes current and developing legislation and regulations affecting benefit plans and assesses their potential impact to propose applicable measures to comply
Assists with vendor reviews
Responsible for the maintenance of health and welfare vendors' contracts and materials
Assists with the review of vendors’ documents (e.g., booklets, service agreements, various communications)
Assists with the development, drafting, and maintenance of compliance documents and communications (e.g., plan documents, summary plan description, participant materials)
Maintains detailed database of documentation for all benefit offerings and programs
Participates in compliance reviews and technical-oriented compliance meetings with vendors and counsel
Assists with answering General Counsel's requests in response to subpoenas
Coordinates compliance training of Benefits Department staff to meet regulatory requirements
Completes regulatory reporting
Assists with HIPAA and US and international data privacy compliance matters
Assists with the annual benefits renewal processes by participating in meetings with benefit providers and brokers; analyzes proposals to negotiate applicable contract terms, maintains all contracts, and reviews and updates benefit plan materials
Responsible for assisting in the maintenance of current benefit plans and the implementation of new benefits, programs and vendor management
Develops strong relationships and works closely with the Benefits Department staff to educate, provide guidance, and ensure that the benefit plans are administered in accordance with the applicable regulations and contract provisions
Assists personnel at all levels within the Firm on the available programs
Conducts various auditing functions to ensure data accuracy and integrity
Answers benefit inquiries
Assists in resolving complex issues
Research escalated issues and clearly communicates back to the individual
Ensures data privacy, security and integrity of all benefits related information
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of Firm operation, policies and procedures
Experience reading and interpreting contracts, regulations, court cases, pending legislation, and company policies and procedures
Experience researching and preparing plan documents, summary plan descriptions, correspondence, memorandums, presentations, meeting minutes, etc
Experience negotiating, advocating, interacting, and communicating effectively
Pays attention to detail
Takes initiative and works well with limited supervision; a self-starter
Strong written communication skills including strong grammar and proofreading ability
Ability to synthesize, interpret and summarize information in a clear, concise manner
Strong computer skills; high proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel
Proven project management skills required; need to have taken projects from idea to implementation with focus on communication and analysis
Must be highly organized with ability to work well under pressure with the ability to manage multiple high-priorities in a fast-paced environment; flexible and adaptable; excellent time management, prioritization and respect for deadlines with the ability to be flexible and accommodate unforeseen priorities; consistently deliver timely and accurate work products, and respond with a sense of urgency
Highly effective verbal and presentation skills
Is a team player; deals courteously/effectively with others
Flexibility to adjust hours to meet operating needs
A minimum of five years of health and welfare benefits administration and/or consulting experience
Minimum of two years of health and welfare benefits compliance experience
Experience with the application of U.S. and international health & welfare laws and regulations impacting benefits including ERISA, PPACA, COBRA, HIPAA, Data Privacy, Internal Revenue Code (including Section 125), FMLA
Bachelor's Degree required
Preferred
Master's or applicable benefits related certification preferred
Workday experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
Generous paid time off.
Paid leave options, including parental.
In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
Robust well-being classes and programs.
Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.
Company
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates delivers the highest quality advice and novel solutions to legal challenges, enabling clients to achieve their business goals.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Annemarie Crouch
Chief People Officer
Armando Gomez
Partner
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