Job Description:
Benefits Administrator (Americas)
Stamford, CT I New York, NY I Hartford, CT I USA
Benefits Administrator will directly interface with employees at all levels in the organization and vendors. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work self-supported.
Fluency in both English required and Spanish (preferred).
What will your essential responsibilities include?
This role will support the HR Business Partners benefit needs in our non-US Americas region (Canada, Bermuda, Latin America), serving as a primary point of contact and resource to these locations. This role will also serve as an additional resource on our US benefits team, supporting day-to-day colleague inquiries and special projects as needed.
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Supports the local HR Business Partners benefit needs in our non-US Americas region, including the roll out of global and regional well-being initiatives, internal and external reporting requirements, development of employee benefit communications, coordination with vendors, and more.
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Coordinates the administration of work/life programs in non-US locations to ensure maximum productivity from employees (i.e. wellness fairs, flu shots and virtual wellness programs).
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Maintain the internal SharePoint Total Reward sites to ensure all benefit information is current and accurate
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Works with the Senior Benefits Partner regarding the annual renewal of non-US benefit programs to ensure the most comprehensive and cost-effective plans are in place.
- Coordinates with our accounts payable team and external vendors to ensure timely and accurate payment of benefit invoices.
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Supports the US benefits team to address internal employee benefit questions. Escalates issues to external vendors and internal partners when necessary and coordinates with those sources to provide timely resolutions.
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Act as the primary representative for AXA Shareplan, supporting the enrollment of eligible colleagues, communications, and redemption requests as required.
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Assists in special projects as needed.
You will report to the Senior Benefits Partner.
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
Required Skills and Abilities:
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Moderate to extensive experience in employee benefits (not necessarily in international benefits)
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Effectively handle the day-to-day administration of all health and welfare and defined contribution plans
- Must have a good understanding of the complexities of all benefit plans (ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws) as well as being able to work self-directed.
AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.
How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.
With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.
Learn more at axaxl.com
Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.
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Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
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Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
- Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
- Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
- Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter
Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Total Rewards
AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.
We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.
Sustainability
At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.
Our Pillars:
Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.-
Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
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Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
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AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.
For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.
The U.S. pay range for this position is 65,400-108,700 USD.
