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Benefit Harbor LP

Benefits Administrator

Plano, TX · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Summary/Objective The Benefits Administrator is directly responsible for supporting the Client Manager with the day to day benefit administration for their clients as well as assist client renewals ...

Benefit Harbor LP

Benefits Administrator

Plano, TX

Summary/Objective The Benefits Administrator is directly responsible for supporting the Client Manager with the day-to-day benefit administration for their clients as well as assist client renewals ...

ezHIRE

Benefits Administrator

Miami, FL · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Benefits Administrator - MidtownHRLocation: Miami/Doral, Florida Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00-5 ... Assist with annual Open Enrollment planning, employee communications, and enrollment meetings.

Addison Group

Benefits Administrator

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Benefits Administrator Location: Oklahoma City, OK Industry: Insurance Pay: $55,000-$70,000 ... Analyze benefit utilization trends and assist with recommendations for program improvements.

Centor

Benefits Administrator

Millersburg, OH · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

BENEFITS ADMINISTRATOR Location: Millersburg Ohio. This position requires the associate to be ... Coordinate day-to-day administration of the company's 401(k) plan. * Assist employees with ...

Accord

Benefits Administrator

Saint Paul, MN · Hybrid

$30.80 - $32.50/hr

The Benefits Administrator (hybrid) is responsible for the administration and oversight of the ... Assist HC Leadership with benefit plan design, vendor selection, contract review, and renewal ...

Accord

Benefits Administrator

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$30.80 - $32.50/hr

The Benefits Administrator (hybrid) is responsible for the administration and oversight of the ... Assist HC Leadership with benefit plan design, vendor selection, contract review, and renewal ...

Addison Group

Benefits Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Job Title: Benefits Administrator Industry: Nonprofit Location (city, state): Chicago, IL ... Provide benefits education to new employees and assist with benefits enrollment during onboarding.

Loenbro

Benefits Administrator

Dallas, TX · On-site

Benefits Administrator Company: Loenbro, LLC Business Unit/Department: People Operations Location ... * Assist with annual open enrollment activities, including employee communications and system ...

Accord

Benefits Administrator

Saint Paul, MN · Hybrid

$30.80 - $32.50/hr

The Benefits Administrator (hybrid) is responsible for the administration and oversight of the ... Assist HC Leadership with benefit plan design, vendor selection, contract review, and renewal ...

Loenbro

Benefits Administrator

Dallas, TX · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Benefits Administrator Company: Loenbro, LLC Business Unit/Department: People Operations Location ... * Assist with annual open enrollment activities, including employee communications and system ...

Accord

Benefits Administrator

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$30.80 - $32.50/hr

The Benefits Administrator (hybrid) is responsible for the administration and oversight of the ... Assist HC Leadership with benefit plan design, vendor selection, contract review, and renewal ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant benefits administrator in the United States is $68,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $80,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Assistant Benefits Administrator supports the management of employee benefits programs within an organization, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Their responsibilities include assisting with benefits enrollment, answering employee questions, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and company policies. They often collaborate with HR staff and benefit vendors to resolve issues and communicate updates. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information.

What are typical challenges an assistant benefits administrator might face during open enrollment periods?

During open enrollment, Assistant Benefits Administrators often face increased workloads due to a surge in employee questions and benefits elections. Managing deadlines, ensuring accuracy in data entry, and effectively communicating complex benefits information are common challenges. Collaboration with HR, payroll, and insurance providers is essential to resolve issues quickly and ensure a smooth process for all employees. Staying organized and using benefits administration software efficiently can help manage these demands.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Benefits Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,215 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Benefits Administrator

Plano, TX • On-site

Benefit Harbor LP
IT Services • 1 - 10 employees
Learn more about Benefit Harbor LPexternal

$45K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Benefits Administrator
Company Description
Benefit Harbor is a leading provider of benefits administration technology and compliance solutions, trusted by employers across the United States for over 25 years. Using proprietary, purpose-built technology, the company simplifies complex benefits environments by streamlining enrollment, eligibility management, carrier data exchange, and regulatory compliance. Benefit Harbor primarily serves midsize to large enterprises, helping HR teams reduce administrative workload and ensure ACA compliance. With strong integrations to insurance carriers and a focus on modernizing benefits operations, the company enhances the experience for both administrators and employees. Team members collaborate in a technology-driven, client-focused environment that values accuracy, reliability, and service excellence.
Summary/Objective
The Benefits Administrator is directly responsible for supporting the Client Manager with the day to day benefit administration for their clients as well as assist client renewals and reworks. This includes working one on one with clients, updating documentation, and day to day operations. The Benefits Administrator will work closely with EDI teams and the Client Manager to research and resolve discrepancies and concerns.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Serves as a point of contact for clients and responds to the day to day administrative requests from client and internal partners.
  • Maintains positive response time (standard 24-48 Hours) to all clients and internal inquiries along with timely follow through with resolution.
  • Completes daily tasks and is responsible for identifying trends and concerns to work through with the Client Manager.
  • Supports call center with client specific training, escalations and resolution.
  • Assists in updating requirement documents for system builds and self-service sites (this includes benefit class grids, rates, site verbiage and documents, system access, etc.).
  • Support and lead renewal builds, including administrative sites, self-service and EDI Files.
  • Test administrative and self-service sites, track and monitor changes, and demonstrate sites to client and broker.
  • Document and preform processes necessary to meet all deliverables outlined in the Benefits Administrator guide for each client.
  • Present, demonstrate, and train both internal and external customers on administrative and self-service site for open enrollment demonstrations.
  • Research client escalations; provide support to client, carrier, vendor and internal team members from the initial contact through resolution.
  • Continuously look for ways to provide process improvements for the delivery of service to clients.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
  • General Knowledge, Experience, Technical, and Problem Solving Skills
    • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel
    • Experience in Excel utilizing basic functionality, filter, sort, VLOOKUP, and simple formulas
    • Previous health and welfare knowledge is a plus
    • Strong analytical skill-set and ability to use data to define and resolve issues
  • Communication Proficiency:
    • Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills with the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical personnel; ability to listen, clarify and respond well to questions
    • Excellent listening skills and the ability to ask probing questions, understand concerns and overcome objections
  • Customer/Client Focus
    • Demonstrated ability to provide superior Customer Service
    • Present solutions in a well-organized and clear fashion
    • Must possess strong follow up and follow through skills with sense of urgency and attention
  • Leadership
    • Experience in working collaboratively and building teams
    • Strong work ethic and self-starter, able to effectively work with multiple clients and adapt to change within a fast-paced high intensity business setting
    • Must possess integrity, reliability, responsibility, strong organization skills and high attention to detail.

Other Positional Details
Minimum Required Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree or related experience in business, preferably in Client Service
    • 2 years demonstrated client support preferably in the group benefits industry or other related experience

Work Environment
  • The work is typically performed in a normal office environment on site at Benefit Harbor. Some extended hours may be required. (Offices are currently closed due to COVID; work is home based until offices reopen)

Suggested Schedule
This is a full-time exempt position. General hours of operation are Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm with some flexibility to support clients throughout the continental US. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required during peak periods.

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