Sr. Benefits Specialist (HR Operations)

TL;DR

Sr. Benefits Specialist (HR Operations): Overseeing comprehensive benefits and Leave of Absence (LOA) programs with an accent on plan administration, compliance auditing, and multi-state regulations. Focus on managing vendor relations, optimizing the onboarding experience, and ensuring strict adherence to ERISA and FMLA standards.

Location: Hybrid in Bellevue, WA. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship available).

Salary: $87,930–$108,160 USD Annually

Company

Pioneers of real-time TV ad measurement and attribution.

What you will do

• Administer a comprehensive benefits portfolio including medical, dental, vision, retirement (401k), and wellness initiatives.
• Manage end-to-end Leave of Absence (LOA) programs including FMLA, ADA, and state-mandated leaves.
• Lead the benefits onboarding experience and serve as the primary contact for employee inquiries and claims resolution.
• Perform monthly premium reconciliations and partner with Payroll to maintain accurate HRIS data.
• Lead annual benefit audits, non-discrimination testing, and the preparation of Form 5500s.
• Manage equity administration for new hires and terminations using Carta.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of dedicated benefits administration and LOA management experience.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
• Strong proficiency with ADP Workforce Now for benefits administration and reporting.
• Solid understanding of ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and state-paid family leave laws.
• Experience managing benefits compliance for a diverse, multi-state workforce.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CEBS, CLMS, PHR, or SHRM-CP.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, pivot tables, and audit reconciliation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced tech or SaaS environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive cash compensation and eligibility for the company equity plan (stock options).
• Hybrid and flexible workplace policy, typically involving 1-3 days a week in the office.
• High-touch employee care culture with a focus on empathy and data-driven support.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.