BoF Careers · 4 hours ago
Benefits Specialist
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expBoF Careers is seeking a Benefits Specialist who will be responsible for the administration, compliance, and management of employee benefit programs. This role involves serving as a subject matter expert on benefits, collaborating with payroll and vendors, and supporting employees throughout their lifecycle.
Marketing & Advertising
Responsibilities
Administer all employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans (401(k)), commuter benefits, and wellness programs
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, eligibility, enrollment, and changes
Manage new hire benefit onboarding and annual open enrollment processes, including system configuration, communications, and employee education
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA/CFRA, HIPAA, and California-specific benefit requirements
Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions, reconciliations, and vendor invoicing
Maintain benefit records and documentation in HRIS and benefits administration systems
Partner with external brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators to resolve issues and optimize plan offerings Prepare benefit reports, audits, and metrics for leadership review
Support leaves of absence administration in coordination with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors
Assist with benefits communication materials, policies, and employee training
Stay current on industry trends, legislative changes, and best practices related to employee benefits
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience administering employee benefits in a multi-state or California-based environment
Strong working knowledge of California labor laws and benefit compliance requirements
Experience supporting leaves of absence and accommodations processes
Experience with HRIS and benefits administration platforms
Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex benefit information clearly to employees
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability
Retirement plans (401(k))
Commuter benefits
Wellness programs
Company
BoF Careers
BoF Careers connects professionals in fashion, beauty and luxury to The Business of Fashion's global marketplace of over 2,000 opportunities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase