Akkodis
Akkodis
is seeking a
Benefits Specialist
for a client based in
Palo Alto, CA. Were seeking a resourceful and passionate Benefits Specialist who will manage the day-to-day operations of our U.S. health, welfare, time off, and leave programs, support an innovative engineering workforce, and help evolve our employee benefits experience. The ideal candidate is an out-of-the-box thinker with strong HR systems knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and a genuine passion for delivering thoughtful, people-centered benefits programs . Pay Range: $52/hr - $55/hr (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.) JOB SUMMARY Day-to-Day Responsibilities Benefits Onboarding Lead benefits orientation during new hire onboarding sessions; present benefit offerings in a clear and engaging manner. Guide new hires through benefits enrollment and educate employees on their options in Workday. Employee & Benefits Support Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries related to medical, dental, vision, life, time off, disability, and wellness programs. Proactively identify trends in employee questions and propose content or process improvements. Benefits Administration (Workday) Manage daily benefit events in Workday, including new enrollments, life changes, terminations, and dependents updates. Ensure accurate and timely processing of benefits data across Workday, payroll, and external carrier systems. Auditing, Billing, and Vendor Support Perform routine audits to ensure eligibility, payroll deductions, and vendor records align. Process and reconcile monthly benefits invoices; investigate and resolve discrepancies with vendors. Leave of Absence & Disability Programs Manage the end-to-end employee leave experience (FMLA, disability, parental, personal leaves). Act as the liaison between employees, managers, and third-party administrators to ensure a smooth transition through leave and return-to-work processes. Projects & Program Development Support key benefits initiatives such as open enrollment, wellness campaigns, and benefits communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, employee-centric benefits solutions that align with the needs of a fast-paced engineering workforce. Required Qualifications 5+ years of Human Resources in a high-tech or engineering-focused organization with at least 2 years hands-on experience in benefits administration. Strong working knowledge of Workday Benefits and Payroll. Advanced proficiency in GSuite - VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, auditing spreadsheets and professional presentation development. Demonstrated experience supporting technical or engineering teams and understanding of their unique workplace needs. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a startup with rapidly evolving processes. Familiarity with benefits compliance (ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA). If you are interested in this
Benefits Specialist
position in
Palo Alto, CA.
then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, go to www.akkodis.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact
Nandakini Sajwan
at
610-484-2192
or
nandakini.sajwan@akkodisgroup.com . Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
is seeking a
Benefits Specialist
for a client based in
Palo Alto, CA. Were seeking a resourceful and passionate Benefits Specialist who will manage the day-to-day operations of our U.S. health, welfare, time off, and leave programs, support an innovative engineering workforce, and help evolve our employee benefits experience. The ideal candidate is an out-of-the-box thinker with strong HR systems knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and a genuine passion for delivering thoughtful, people-centered benefits programs . Pay Range: $52/hr - $55/hr (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.) JOB SUMMARY Day-to-Day Responsibilities Benefits Onboarding Lead benefits orientation during new hire onboarding sessions; present benefit offerings in a clear and engaging manner. Guide new hires through benefits enrollment and educate employees on their options in Workday. Employee & Benefits Support Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries related to medical, dental, vision, life, time off, disability, and wellness programs. Proactively identify trends in employee questions and propose content or process improvements. Benefits Administration (Workday) Manage daily benefit events in Workday, including new enrollments, life changes, terminations, and dependents updates. Ensure accurate and timely processing of benefits data across Workday, payroll, and external carrier systems. Auditing, Billing, and Vendor Support Perform routine audits to ensure eligibility, payroll deductions, and vendor records align. Process and reconcile monthly benefits invoices; investigate and resolve discrepancies with vendors. Leave of Absence & Disability Programs Manage the end-to-end employee leave experience (FMLA, disability, parental, personal leaves). Act as the liaison between employees, managers, and third-party administrators to ensure a smooth transition through leave and return-to-work processes. Projects & Program Development Support key benefits initiatives such as open enrollment, wellness campaigns, and benefits communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, employee-centric benefits solutions that align with the needs of a fast-paced engineering workforce. Required Qualifications 5+ years of Human Resources in a high-tech or engineering-focused organization with at least 2 years hands-on experience in benefits administration. Strong working knowledge of Workday Benefits and Payroll. Advanced proficiency in GSuite - VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, auditing spreadsheets and professional presentation development. Demonstrated experience supporting technical or engineering teams and understanding of their unique workplace needs. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a startup with rapidly evolving processes. Familiarity with benefits compliance (ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA). If you are interested in this
Benefits Specialist
position in
Palo Alto, CA.
then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, go to www.akkodis.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact
Nandakini Sajwan
at
610-484-2192
or
nandakini.sajwan@akkodisgroup.com . Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance