GenScript · 2 hours ago
HR Benefits Specialist
Piscataway, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expGenScript Biotech Corporation is a global biotechnology group committed to making humans and nature healthier through biotechnology. The HR Benefits Specialist is responsible for administering employee benefit programs and ensuring compliance with relevant laws while providing support and communication to employees regarding their benefits.
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Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, disability, and wellness programs
Assist employees with benefits inquiries, including providing information on available benefits, eligibility, and coverage details
Oversee benefits enrollment processes, ensuring employees are correctly enrolled and that any changes (e.g., life events) are accurately reflected in the system
Maintain benefits records and ensure accurate data entry
Ensure that all benefits programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ACA, FMLA, HIPAA, COBRA, ERISA)
Coordinate with external vendors to ensure compliance and timely reporting (e.g., filing of annual reports, required notices)
Act as the primary point of contact for employee and internal HR team’s questions about benefits, explaining options and processes clearly
Develop and deliver communications (e.g., emails, newsletters, presentations) to employees regarding benefit programs, open enrollment, and changes
Organize benefits orientation sessions and benefit fairs for new employees and provide ongoing support for existing employees
Coordinate annual benefits open enrollment, ensuring smooth processes and clear communication about available benefits
Handle employee claims, disputes, and eligibility questions, working with providers to resolve any issues
Maintain accurate records of employee benefit elections, changes, and claims
Assist in preparing budgets for benefits programs and help ensure that the company remains within the allocated benefits budget
Manage relationships with external benefits vendors
Collaborate with vendors to ensure the timely and accurate processing of claims and benefits issues
Evaluate vendor performance and recommend improvements or changes when necessary
Assist with the design, review, and implementation of new benefit programs and policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
~5 years of experience in benefits administration or human resources
Strong understanding of benefits programs (health insurance, retirement plans, etc.) and relevant compliance laws (e.g., ACA, HIPAA, ERISA)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex benefits information clearly to employees
High level of accuracy and attention to detail, especially when processing benefits data
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, ADP) and benefits administration software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred
Experience working with benefits vendors and managing vendor contracts
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Leave programs
Life insurance
Disability
Wellness programs
Company
GenScript
GenScript USA, Inc. is a leading contract research organization (CRO) specialized in biological research and drug discovery/development
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2015-12-31IPO
Leadership Team
Larry Wang
Co-Founder & Board Director
Shiniu Wei
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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