Health & Benefits Specialist; e-sMMArt

Marsh McLennan Agency

Our not-so-secret sauce.

Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a result of hard work by extraordinary people. More than 11,000 of the industry’s brightest talent drive our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can thrive as an Employee Health & Benefits Benefits Specialist (e-sMMArt)at Marsh Agency (MMA).

MMA provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With 200 offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world’s leading professional services firm, Marsh (NYSE: MRSH).

Applicants must be within driving distance to any MMA Southeast office to be considered for this role and have the ability to commute to the office a minimum of three days per week.

A day in the life.

As an Employee Health & Benefits Benefits Specialist (e-sMMArt), you will:

• Benefits Administration:

• • Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and other ancillary benefits.
  • Ensure accurate enrollment and maintenance of employee benefits records in the HRIS (Human Resources Information System).

• Employee Support:

• • Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, providing guidance and support on benefits options and enrollment processes.
  • Conduct benefits orientation sessions for new hires and provide ongoing education to employees about their benefits.

• Compliance and Reporting:

• • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to employee benefits, including ACA, ERISA, and HIPAA.
  • Prepare and submit required reports and documentation to regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.

• Program Evaluation and Improvement:

• • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of benefits programs, gathering feedback from employees and analyzing utilization data.
  • Recommend enhancements to benefits offerings based on industry trends, employee needs, and organizational goals.

• Vendor Management:

• • Collaborate with benefits vendors and insurance carriers to ensure the delivery of services and resolve any issues that may arise.
  • Assist in the negotiation and renewal of vendor contracts to ensure competitive pricing and quality service.

• Communication and
  
  Education:
  
  

• • Develop and distribute communication materials related to benefits programs, including newsletters, brochures, and online resources.
  • Organize and facilitate benefits fairs and informational sessions to promote awareness and understanding of available benefits.

• Collaboration with HR Team:

• • Work closely with the HR team to align benefits programs with overall HR strategies and initiatives.
  • Assist in the development of policies and procedures related to employee benefits.

Our future colleague.

We’d love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 1-2 years of experience in benefits administration or a related role, preferably within the insurance or corporate environment, preferred.

• Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, regulations, and compliance requirements.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate and support employees.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS software.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CEBS, PHR, SPHR) are a plus.

• Must obtain Life and Health Insurance license…