Senior Benefits & Leave Administrator

Employ is transforming how hiring gets done. With our three ATS solutions - Jobvite, Lever, and JazzHR - plus cutting-edge AI Companions, we free recruiters from admin work and give them more time for what matters: connecting with people. More than 23,000 global customers rely on Employ to make millions of candidate connections each year, helping them hire smarter, faster, and at scale. From growing startups to the world’s most recognized brands, we’re redefining what’s possible in talent acquisition. We’re a fast-moving, remote-first team of builders and innovators who live our people-first philosophy every day. We back it up with flexible work scheduling and paid time off, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities that help you thrive. At Employ, you won’t just grow your career - you’ll help millions of others grow theirs. Come join our team where we have each other’s backs, champion our customers, hold ourselves accountable, and shape what’s next in talent acquisition. About The Opportunity The Senior Benefits & Leave Administrator manages the day-to-day administration of Employ’s U.S. and Canada benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability (STD/LTD), and retirement plans. This role ensures seamless operations across vendor management, compliance, employee support, and benefits communications. A key partner during open enrollment, this individual will lead planning, implementation, and communication efforts while continuously improving processes and employee experience. Reporting to the Manager, Total Rewards, the Benefits Administrator plays a critical role in maintaining accurate, compliant, and employee-focused total rewards programs aligned with Employ’s People-First culture. About The Team This role sits within Employ’s People Operations team, a collaborative group of eight HR professionals focused on building efficient, people-first systems that support our global workforce. You’ll report directly to the Manager, Total Rewards and partner closely with HR Operations, Payroll, and Finance to deliver accurate, compliant benefits administration across the U.S. and Canada. The team thrives on precision, accountability, and innovation, ensuring every program, from payroll to total rewards, runs smoothly and enhances the employee experience. What You’ll Do

• Administer all U.S. and Canada benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability (STD/LTD), leave and supplemental plans.
• Support and help lead the India benefits strategy.
• Overseeleave of absences from initiation to resolution, maintainingtimely communication and documentation.
• Manage vendor, broker, and carrier relationships to ensure service quality, compliance, and cost efficiency.
• Lead annual open enrollment, including system setup, employee communication, and post-enrollment auditing.
• Serve as the main point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, eligibility, and claims resolution.
• Create and distribute clear, engaging communications to help employees understand their benefit options.
• Maintain compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, and other applicable regulations.
• Audit benefit data across HRIS, payroll, and vendor systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Partner with HR Operations and Payroll to resolve discrepancies and streamline benefit processes.
• Support ongoing benchmarking, reporting, and process improvement initiatives within Total Rewards.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration, including disability management and vendor coordination.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian benefits regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in HRIS and benefits administration systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to confidentiality and service excellence.
• Alignment with Employ’s core values: People-First, Customer-Obsessed, Accountable, and Innovative.

Why You’ll Love Working HereMake an impact: Your work will directly shape how thousands of employees experience total rewards at Employ — ensuring programs that attract, engage, and retain top talent across the globe. Meaningful, mission-driven work: Join a team where operational excellence in HR directly supports Employ’s mission to improve hiring outcomes for both people and businesses. Remote-first culture: Work from where you’re most productive while staying connected to a collaborative, high-energy team through virtual-first rituals and regular in-person meetups. Unlimited PTO: Trust-based time off so you can recharge and bring your best self to work. Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support you and your family’s health and well-being. Learning & development programs: Access to training, mentorship, and development resources to grow your skills — from HR operations to total rewards strategy. At Employ, we believe that when people from different backgrounds and perspectives come together, amazing things happen. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and able to thrive. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that when people feel they belong, they can do their best work and we want every member of our team to feel that sense of belonging. If you need accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please reach out. We’ll be glad to support you.