Job Description
Job Title:
Advisor, Benefits - Chicago, IL
Posting Start Date:
3/6/26
Job Description:
What You'll Do:
- Administer day-to-day processes for employee benefit programs in alignment with plan documents and regulatory requirements.
- Investigate and resolve complex health & welfare and leave-related issues for employees.
- Provide exceptional customer service and guidance to employees and HR partners regarding benefits programs, policies, and procedures.
- Serve as the operational point of contact for multi-country benefits inquiries from cross-border employees including expatriates
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of U.S. and Canadian legislation related to benefits and leaves to ensure compliance.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Payroll, and third-party vendors to resolve benefit matters.
- Draft and maintain process documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Safeguard employee privacy and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Support audits and compliance reviews to maintain data integrity.
- Assist with benefits-related projects and initiatives as assigned.
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in Health & Welfare benefits administration across North America (U.S. and Canada).
- Comprehensive knowledge of health & welfare, retirement, voluntary benefits, and leave programs, including federal, state, and provincial laws.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- CEBS certification preferred but not required.
- Solution-oriented mindset with ability to build strong relationships across teams.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).