The Scion Group
We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.
The Scion Group is the leader in student living, and we’re seeking an experienced Benefits Administrator to join our People team in delivering exceptional benefits and leave programs for our team members. The ideal candidate is a proactive, strategic, hands-on professional who can partner effectively with stakeholders and provide expert guidance on all aspects of benefits and leaves. The Benefits Administrator reports to the Director, Total Rewards. This is a five-day-per-week in-office opportunity.
Responsibilities
Employee Benefits & Retirement Plans: Oversee the design, administration, and evaluation of Scion’s employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, HSA/FSA, etc.) to ensure they align with company objectives and meet employee needs.
Serve as technical lead for UKG Benefits Admin/PlanSource, carrier feeds, and vendor systems—troubleshooting issues and driving resolution.
Partner cross-functionally and with Scion’s benefits broker and plan providers to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient program delivery.
Lead the annual benefits processes, including open enrollment, plan renewals, employee communications, wellness initiatives.
Manage day-to-day benefits operations with precision and urgency.
Analyze program utilization and costs to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Serve as Plan Administrator for Scion’s 401(k) retirement plan, ensuring compliance, oversight of operations, and participant education.
Leave of Absence Programs: Administer all leave programs including FMLA, ADA, parental leave, short- and long-term disability, and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves.
Partner with the business to ensure consistent and compliant leave practices.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local leave laws, updating policies and processes as needed.
Support employees and managers throughout the leave process, including benefit coordination and return-to-work planning.
Compliance & Policy Development: Ensure benefits and leave programs comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Create and maintain clear policies, procedures, and communications that support benefits and leave administration.
Provide training and guidance to HR team members and leaders on benefits and leave topics.
Monitor regulatory changes and update policies and practices accordingly.
Ensure adherence to COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and ACA requirements.
Maintain audit-ready documentation and support compliance reporting.
Collaborate with HRIS to ensure system accuracy and eligibility logic.
Partner with vendors to resolve issues and maintain plan integrity.
The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience managing benefits design, administration, and compliance at a national scale, including retirement plan management.
Minimum of 2 years of experience overseeing leave of absence programs.
Prior experience with UKG Pro Benefits Administration/PlanSource, preferred.
Advanced Excel skills and experience pulling, analyzing, and visualizing data from UKG BI or similar platforms.
Thorough knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and ACA requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
FLSA Status Exempt
Compensation details: The base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000-$120,000 plus bonus and benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and factors including skills, experience, and education or training. Your recruiter can share the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other legally protected status. We comply with applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
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Responsibilities
Employee Benefits & Retirement Plans: Oversee the design, administration, and evaluation of Scion’s employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, HSA/FSA, etc.) to ensure they align with company objectives and meet employee needs.
Serve as technical lead for UKG Benefits Admin/PlanSource, carrier feeds, and vendor systems—troubleshooting issues and driving resolution.
Partner cross-functionally and with Scion’s benefits broker and plan providers to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient program delivery.
Lead the annual benefits processes, including open enrollment, plan renewals, employee communications, wellness initiatives.
Manage day-to-day benefits operations with precision and urgency.
Analyze program utilization and costs to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Serve as Plan Administrator for Scion’s 401(k) retirement plan, ensuring compliance, oversight of operations, and participant education.
Leave of Absence Programs: Administer all leave programs including FMLA, ADA, parental leave, short- and long-term disability, and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves.
Partner with the business to ensure consistent and compliant leave practices.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local leave laws, updating policies and processes as needed.
Support employees and managers throughout the leave process, including benefit coordination and return-to-work planning.
Compliance & Policy Development: Ensure benefits and leave programs comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Create and maintain clear policies, procedures, and communications that support benefits and leave administration.
Provide training and guidance to HR team members and leaders on benefits and leave topics.
Monitor regulatory changes and update policies and practices accordingly.
Ensure adherence to COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and ACA requirements.
Maintain audit-ready documentation and support compliance reporting.
Collaborate with HRIS to ensure system accuracy and eligibility logic.
Partner with vendors to resolve issues and maintain plan integrity.
The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience managing benefits design, administration, and compliance at a national scale, including retirement plan management.
Minimum of 2 years of experience overseeing leave of absence programs.
Prior experience with UKG Pro Benefits Administration/PlanSource, preferred.
Advanced Excel skills and experience pulling, analyzing, and visualizing data from UKG BI or similar platforms.
Thorough knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and ACA requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
FLSA Status Exempt
Compensation details: The base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000-$120,000 plus bonus and benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and factors including skills, experience, and education or training. Your recruiter can share the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other legally protected status. We comply with applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
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