Analyst, Benefits (LOA)

Alston & Bird Llp

$74K — $95K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of leave of absence administration experience required.
  • Client/customer-service experience required.
  • In-depth knowledge of leave of absence and ADA accommodation laws and practices.
  • Advanced understanding of benefits regulations (i.e., COBRA, HIPAA-HITECH).

Responsibilities

  • Administer U.S. & International leaves of absence programs.
  • Evaluate metrics to suggest policy and process improvements.
  • Collaborate with brokers and carriers on leave administration and worker's compensation.
  • Reconcile payroll and benefit premiums for employees on leave.
  • Coordinate the return process for employees coming back from leave.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts available.
  • Generous PTO program alongside 10 paid holidays annually.
  • Family support including Paid Parental Leave and various childcare benefits.
  • Wellness programs, including mental health support and relationship services.
Full Job Description

Job Title
Analyst, Benefits (LOA)

Location
Los Angeles, Orange County, Palo Alto, San Diego, San Francisco

Regular/Temporary
Regular

Job Description Summary
We have an immediate opening in our Talent Management department for an experienced and motivated Benefits Analyst (LOA).

Under the direct supervision of the Manager, Leave of Absence, the Benefits Analyst will be responsible for the administration of all leaves of absence (U.S. & International), the worker's compensation program and assisting the team with the administration of the U.S. benefit plans (including health and wellness, life and disability and multiple voluntary programs) as needed.Job Description

In this capacity, the Benefits Analyst will:
• Provide subject-matter expertise related to leave of absence (U.S. & International);
• Based on metrics and analysis, make recommendations for policy and process improvements;
• Regularly collaborate with the brokers/carriers responsible for the leave administration, worker's compensation and ergonomics program;
• Report and reconcile payroll and benefit premiums for individuals on leave;
• Track all budget relief (if applicable) for timekeepers on leave;
• Coordinate with all employees returning from leave and engage in the interactive process when necessary;
• Review and provide recommendations for all ADA accommodations;
• Accurately maintain all records related to leave of absence, worker's comp, ergonomics and accommodations;
• Schedule ergonomic assessments and provide recommendations;
• Identify and recommend improvements to current processes to ensure that overall performance is aligned with business objectives;
• Assist with the execution of system changes (e.g., testing updates, new configurations), identify reoccurring issues and partner with colleagues to affect solutions;
• Assist with benefit administration and respond to general inquiries as needed; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Proficiencies:
• Fundamental knowledge of benefit programs;
• Fundamental knowledge of general payroll concepts;
• Fundamental proficiency in Workday (preferred) or other human resource management systems;
• Fundamental proficiency in payroll systems (e.g.: ADP Vantage); and
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications is required.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (preferred);
• At least 3 years of experience in leave of absence administration (required);
• Client/customer-service experience (required);
• Advanced knowledge of customer-service principles;
• Advanced knowledge of employment/leave of absence/ADA accommodation-related laws and practices;
• Advanced knowledge of leaves of absence administration; and
• Advanced knowledge of related regulations (i.e., COBRA, HIPAA-HITECH, Section 125, qualifying family events, PPACA, ERISA, 401(k), 415).

The salary wage range for Orange County that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $74,700 and a maximum of $95,300 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for San Francisco that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $80,000 and a maximum of $102,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for Palo Alto that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $80,000 and a maximum of $102,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for San Diego that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $71,700 and a maximum of $91,200 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

The salary wage range for Los Angeles that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $74,700 and a maximum of $95,300 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm's comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
  • Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
  • Lifestyle Spending Account
  • Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
  • 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
  • Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
  • Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
  • Retirement Plan Consulting
  • Anniversary Bonus Program
  • Professional Development Programs
  • Transportation and Commuter Benefits
  • International Travel Insurance
  • Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
  • Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
  • Prepaid Legal Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • And More!

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