Benefits Experience Specialist

TL;DR

Benefits Experience Specialist (HR Operations): Managing US benefits programs and administration with an accent on regulatory compliance, vendor management, and employee experience. Focus on coordinating annual open enrollments, ensuring strict adherence to ERISA and HIPAA guidelines, and optimizing HRIS data integrity in Workday.

Location: Based in Raleigh, NC, Philadelphia, PA, or Austin, TX; requires on-site presence at least six days per month

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in legal tech innovation providing AI-forward solutions to law firms and corporate legal teams worldwide.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for US benefits eligibility, enrollments, and life events to ensure timely support.
• Administer comprehensive benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement programs.
• Maintain accurate benefits data within Workday and partner with Payroll to resolve deduction and vendor file issues.
• Lead annual open enrollment planning, execution, communications, and employee education sessions.
• Manage US benefits compliance and reporting, including ERISA, SPDs, COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA requirements.
• Coordinate with regional People teams and vendors to support non-US benefits programs and shared processes.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in US benefits administration, operations, or total rewards.
• Experience with Workday is required.
• Deep understanding of benefit plan fundamentals, including eligibility, deductions, and claims processes.
• Knowledge of US benefits regulations such as ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
• Must reside within reasonable commuting distance of Raleigh, NC, Philadelphia, PA, or Austin, TX.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off and a supportive work-life balance.
• Defined career paths and opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Inclusive and diverse global team environment emphasizing mutual growth and impact.