Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNTIONS:
Benefits administration including monitoring new hire enrollments and conducting new hire orientation. Support compensation team by reviewing new requests and providing customer service to managers. Supports team and assists in problem solving systems issues. Coordinate administration of wellness platform and related functions (health challenges, Gym Memberships, etc.). Benefits billing reconciliation and administration Benefits team support including HRIS issues resolution and auditing, customer service with associates and vendors. Administers commuter programs including Wage Works Transit/Parking. Supports Director in managing company equity program including preparing award agreements in DocuSign and submitting new awards to vendor partners. Intranet (Buzz) updating. Other benefits duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelors Degree; Human Resources or related field preferred.

Skills:
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
2-3 years working experience with Excel
Familiar with HRIS systems and data (Workday knowledge a plus)
Detail orientated
Problem solving skills
Analyze data and interpret findings
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadliness
Professional image
Ability to read and write English and understand spoken English Essex offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects how much we value our associates and their families:

For regular full-time associates regularly scheduled to work at least thirty (30) hours per week:
• Medical, Dental, Pre-tax flex plan, Basic life insurance, Supplemental life, Short- and long-term disability, Accidental death insurance plans.

For part-time and full-time associates:
• Employer-matching 401(k) plan that offers financial planning and independent brokerage services.
• Wellness Program, 24-hour Employee Assistance, Service awards and Paid time-off.