Benefits Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description : \n\nStellantis Financial Services (SFS) is the new captive finance company for one of the world's leading automakers and a mobility provider with iconic brands including Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move and Leasys. Our exciting growth provides opportunities to advance your career as we successfully lead products and services from a small to midsize company in just a few years. Join our world class team and culture and contribute to our core mission which is enhancing our customer's experience. Position Summary : The benefits Coordinator is responsible for the administration, coordination, and communication of the organization's employee benefits programs. This includes group health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, COBRA, FMLA coordination, wellness programs, and retirement plans. The role ensures that benefit plans are effectively communicated, compliant with applicable laws, and aligned with employee needs and company goals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Serve as the point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate resolution.Administer day-to-day operations of group benefits programs including enrollments, changes, terminations, and vendor liaison tasks.Assist with the annual open enrollment process including employee communication, benefits fairs, system updates, and carrier coordination.Maintain benefits data within the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy and timely updates for life events, status changes, and new hires.Process and audit benefit enrollments, billing, and invoices from carriersTrack and support leave of absence requests including FMLA, disability, and personal leave; coordinate with employees, management, and third-party providers.Monitor compliance with applicable federal and state regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA) and ensure timely reporting and documentation.Assist in developing and distributing employee communications related to benefits and wellness programs.Collaborate with the HR team and vendors to resolve escalated benefits issues.Maintain confidential records and documentation in accordance with company and legal standards.Assist with other duties as needed. Qualifications and Competencies Required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Experience : Minimum of 2 years of experience in benefits administration or a similar HR support role Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required. Skills Required : Strong knowledge of group benefits and applicable laws and regulations.Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Qualifications Preferred : Familiarity with HRIS systems and benefits platforms is a plus. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, use hands and arms to operate office equipment including but not limited to a keyboard, mouse and phone, will occasionally need to reach, stoop, stand or walk. The employee must be able to see (close vision), hear, speak, and communicate verbally. The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work Schedule This position is a hybrid role, requiring in-office presence two days per week. The role also requires flexibility to work various shifts to meet business needs, typically between the hours of 8 : 00 AM and 6 : 00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend availability as needed. Travel requirements are estimated at 0–10% Stellantis Financial Services Inc (SFS) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing its employees with an environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, and intimidation. It is the policy of SFS to comply with all applicable employment laws and regulations and to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, change of sex, and / or transgender status or any protected status. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment and promotion decisions will be based solely on merit, ability, achievement, experience, conduct and other legitimate business reasons. Supervisory Responsibilities REQUIRED IF LEADERSHIP POSITION CHECK ONE : ? Team Manager : Operates with some latitude for actions or decisions, exercising autonomy in applying standards and procedures. May act as a team supervisor and assistant to the manager. May delegate tasks to other team members and be responsible for the review of work product. Influences others outside the department regarding practices and procedures. ? Manager : Requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with several years of applicable experience. May delegate tasks to other team members and be responsible for the review of work product. Influences others outside the department regarding practices and procedures. ?Associate Director : Recognized subject matter consultant. Manages large projects or processes. Limited oversight from manager. Manages large complex projects within or outside the job family. Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex. Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures. Requires deep knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. Position Summary : The benefits Coordinator is responsible for the administration, coordination, and communication of the organization's employee benefits programs. This includes group health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, COBRA, FMLA coordination, wellness programs, and retirement plans. The role ensures that benefit plans are effectively communicated, compliant with applicable laws, and aligned with employee needs and company goals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Serve as the point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate resolution.Administer day-to-day operations of group benefits programs including enrollments, changes, terminations, and vendor liaison tasks.Assist with the annual open enrollment process including employee communication, benefits fairs, system updates, and carrier coordination.Maintain benefits data within the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy and timely updates for life events, status changes, and new hires.Process and audit benefit enrollments, billing, and invoices from carriersTrack and support leave of absence requests including FMLA, disability, and personal leave; coordinate with employees, management, and third-party providers.Monitor compliance with applicable federal and state regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA) and ensure timely reporting and documentation.Assist in developing and distributing employee communications related to benefits and wellness programs.Collaborate with the HR team and vendors to resolve escalated benefits issues.Maintain confidential records and documentation in accordance with company and legal standards.Assist with other duties as needed. Qualifications and Competencies Required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Experience : Minimum of 2 years of experience in benefits administration or a similar HR support role Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required. Skills Required : Strong knowledge of group benefits and applicable laws and regulations.Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. . Qualifications Preferred : Familiarity with HRIS systems and benefits platforms is a plus. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, use hands and arms to operate office equipment including but not limited to a keyboard, mouse and phone, will occasionally need to reach, stoop, stand or walk. The employee must be able to see (close vision), hear, speak, and communicate verbally. The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work Schedule This position is a hybrid role, requiring in-office presence two days per week. The role also requires flexibility to work various shifts to meet business needs, typically between the hours of 8 : 00 AM and 6 : 00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend availability as needed. Travel requirements are estimated at 0–10% Stellantis Financial Services Inc (SFS) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing its employees with an environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, and intimidation. It is the policy of SFS to comply with all applicable employment laws and regulations and to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, change of sex, and / or transgender status or any protected status. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment and promotion decisions will be based solely on merit, ability, achievement, experience, conduct and other legitimate business reasons. Supervisory Responsibilities REQUIRED IF LEADERSHIP POSITION CHECK ONE : ? Team Manager : Operates with some latitude for actions or decisions, exercising autonomy in applying standards and procedures. May act as a team supervisor and assistant to the manager. May delegate tasks to other team members and be responsible for the review of work product. Influences others outside the department regarding practices and procedures. ? Manager : Requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with several years of applicable experience. May delegate tasks to other team members and be responsible for the review of work product. Influences others outside the department regarding practices and procedures. ?Associate Director : Recognized subject matter consultant. Manages large projects or processes. Limited oversight from manager. Manages large complex projects within or outside the job family. Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex. Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures. Requires deep knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.