About the job
As a Benefits Administrator at TransPerfect, you will play a pivotal role in the administration and management of our comprehensive employee benefit programs. This includes overseeing leave requests and accommodations that require specialized handling, particularly those governed by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and applicable local regulations.
Your responsibilities will include:
Administering a variety of company benefit programs, including group health plans, dental coverage, disability benefits, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 401(k) plans while responding to employee inquiries regarding benefits.
Acting as a liaison with benefit vendors to provide employees with clear guidance on eligibility, coverage details, and related inquiries.
Maintaining accurate employee eligibility records within our HR systems and ensuring precise payroll deductions.
Conducting monthly audits of benefits bills to reconcile with payroll deductions and facilitating timely payments.
Coordinating benefits orientation sessions for new hires, effectively presenting the benefits package.
Assisting during the annual open enrollment period to ensure a seamless experience for employees.
Communicating proactively with employees regarding their leave needs and any necessary adjustments to their work schedules.
Developing and implementing clear written communications related to FMLA processes, including eligibility notices and leave designations.
Managing the entire FMLA leave process, from initial employee notice through to their return to work.
Maintaining ongoing communication with employees on leave to support their return and facilitating communication with management during this period.
Advising management and employees on the interaction between leave laws and available paid time off or disability benefits.
Overseeing the return-to-work process for employees returning from extended leaves.
Facilitating other leave requests, including accommodations under the ADA.
Administering additional time-off programs in accordance with company policies and regulations.
Tracking FMLA leave and ensuring employees are informed of their available and used leave hours.
Recommending updates to company leave policies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and best practices.
Maintaining meticulous records of leave and accommodation requests in line with legal requirements and best practices documentation.
Staying informed about all relevant leave and accommodation laws, including FMLA, ADA, and state and local regulations.

