Benefits Administrator

Benefits Administrator Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a well-established law firm to identify an experienced Benefits Administrator for a temporary assignment supporting the firm's corporate office in Pittsburgh. $33-40/hr DOE Key Responsibilities: Administer health and welfare benefit plans, including benefits communications, new enrollments, terminations, COBRA, and employee status changes Coordinate and manage employee leaves, including Short- and Long-Term Disability, State Disability programs, State Family Leave, Workers' Compensation, and FMLA, in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations Track employee leaves using Excel and an HRIS system, ensuring accurate communication regarding leave start dates, duration, extensions, and return-to-work timelines Prepare, distribute, submit, and maintain all required leave and benefits documentation Communicate regularly with third-party vendors and employees to monitor and update leave and benefits statuses Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee records and documentation Qualifications & Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Benefits & Compensation, or a related field or 5+ years of experience administering benefit plans in a large law firm or corporate environment Strong working knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to benefit plan administration Hands-on experience with COBRA, FMLA, state disability programs, and related leave policies Prior experience with UKG or similar HRIS platforms strongly preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Created: 2026-03-04