Benefits Specialist

Job Description

Are you looking for your next opportunity?

Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Benefits Specialist in our Human Resources team.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Part-Time Benefits Specialist to join our team. This position will play a key role in supporting our employees by answering benefits-related questions and assisting with administrative tasks.

Location: This position will be based out of our office in Miami, Florida or Charlotte, North Carolina. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long-lasting careers.

Our business, your impact, our opportunity:

What you’ll be doing:

• Respond to Tier 1 level employee inquiries regarding benefits, including health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, leave policies, and other offerings.

• Provide clear and accurate information to employees, ensuring their questions and concerns are addressed in a timely and professional manner.

• Assist with the administration of employee benefits programs, leave administration, and benefits communications.

• Support open enrollment processes, including scheduling, communication, and troubleshooting employee issues.

• Maintain accurate and organized records of benefits-related activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

• Collaborate with the HR team on various benefits-related projects, audits, and process improvements.

• Perform other administrative duties or special projects as assigned.

What you’ll bring:

• 1-3 years of experience in HR, benefits administration, or a similar role.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with Workday or similar HRIS systems is highly preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain benefits information clearly.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

• Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and work on various tasks as needed.

At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.

Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms. The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance.

We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below is a summary of our current comprehensive U.S. benefit programs:

 Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution

 Pharmacy benefits with mail order options

 Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children

 Vision benefits

 Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

 Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children

 Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments

 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions

 Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays

 Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program

 Employee Assistance Program

 Tax-Free Commuter Benefit

 Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits

Who we are and what we stand for:

At Sompo, our shared purpose is to create meaningful value for clients, communities, and each other. We strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to excel. As a global organization, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunity. Guided by our core values—Accountability, Agility, Collaboration, Development, and Integrity—we build trust and support one another to achieve our goals worldwide. Life at Sompo page

Our values come to life in how we hire and grow talent. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, and we strive to ensure equitable access to opportunities so everyone can do their best work. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the recruiter in charge.