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Benefits Assistant Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Benefit

Southfield, MI · On-site

$34K - $44K/yr

What You Will Learn: As a benefits intern, you will have the opportunity to develop an ... Contributes to assigned projects and may assist with the development and maintenance of ...

Sales Assistant

Novi, MI · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Coordinate and accompany customers on test drives, providing information about vehicle features and benefits. * Assist with paperwork, including contracts, financing applications, and trade-in ...

Sales Assistant

Novi, MI · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Coordinate and accompany customers on test drives, providing information about vehicle features and benefits. * Assist with paperwork, including contracts, financing applications, and trade-in ...

Sales Assistant

Novi, MI · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Coordinate and accompany customers on test drives, providing information about vehicle features and benefits. * Assist with paperwork, including contracts, financing applications, and trade-in ...

Sales Assistant

Novi, MI · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Coordinate and accompany customers on test drives, providing information about vehicle features and benefits. * Assist with paperwork, including contracts, financing applications, and trade-in ...

Sales Assistant

Novi, MI · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Coordinate and accompany customers on test drives, providing information about vehicle features and benefits.Assist with paperwork, including contracts, financing applications, and trade-in ...

Sales Assistant

Novi, MI · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Coordinate and accompany customers on test drives, providing information about vehicle features and benefits.Assist with paperwork, including contracts, financing applications, and trade-in ...

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Manager Trainee

Novi, MI · On-site

$54K/yr

Check out our Benefits!- Assistant Managers at Kura Sushitake pride in ensuring our Guests are provided with the freshest, tastiest foodand a positive dining experience at all times. Assistant ...

Case Manager-Adult

Detroit, MI · On-site

$21 - $27.50/hr

Ensure consumers are receiving eligible SSI, Medicaid, and other medical and insurance benefits Assist and educate consumers with necessary concrete services * Support development of coping skills ...

Support benefits compliance and reporting requirements * Assist with annual open enrollment activities Qualifications: * Benefits administration experience preferred * Strong organizational and ...

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How much do benefits assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for benefits assistant in Michigan is $38,993.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,700.00 and $42,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a benefits assistant do?

A Benefits Assistant supports the human resources department by helping manage employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies. They assist with enrolling employees in benefits, answering questions about coverage, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and company policies. Benefits Assistants also help with processing claims, coordinating open enrollment periods, and communicating updates or changes in benefits to employees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a benefits assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Benefits Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of employee benefits programs, often supported by a relevant associate's degree or HR coursework. Familiarity with HR information systems (HRIS), benefits administration software, and Microsoft Office Suite is commonly required. Excellent communication, discretion, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively address employee inquiries and maintain confidentiality. These skills ensure accurate benefits processing, positive employee experiences, and reliable support for the HR team.

What are some common challenges benefits assistants face when supporting large organizations?

Benefits Assistants in large organizations often manage a high volume of employee inquiries and complex benefits plans, which can be challenging to track and resolve efficiently. They must stay updated on frequent changes in regulations and company policies, while ensuring accurate data entry and confidentiality. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential, as the role often involves collaborating with HR, payroll, and third-party benefits providers to address issues and maintain compliance.

What are the most commonly searched types of Benefits jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Benefits jobs in Michigan are:

What are popular job titles related to Benefits Assistant jobs in Michigan?

For Benefits Assistant jobs in Michigan, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Benefits Assistant jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Benefits Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Benefits Assistant job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,993 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

$34K - $44K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Your responsibilities
Job Summary
At tkMNA, we provide a foundation to foster and support a safe, professional, and fulfilling experience. This internship is designed to provide on-the-job training and experience for college students. Our interns engage in various work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity to enable them to gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform at a professional level. Our interns provide support to professional employees working in an organizational function related to the intern's area of study.
What You Will Learn:
As a benefits intern, you will have the opportunity to develop an understanding of the various benefit plans that make up an employer's overall benefit package. You will have the opportunity to develop problem solving and interpersonal communication skills in delivery of customer service. You will also gain knowledge of the technical nature of benefits, including benefits system navigation, data reconciliation, and billing.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities:
  • Responds to telephone calls and emails, resolving benefit inquiries
  • Completes various administrative tasks within the Benefits Administrative system including the review of qualifying life events and coverage changes
  • Reviews and processes court orders requiring changes to benefit coverage
  • Reconciles monthly invoices from related vendors and facilitates approval for payment
  • Learns organizational processes and procedures
  • Contributes to assigned projects and may assist with the development and maintenance of documentation or records
  • Works in team environment, communicating as required with all personnel
  • Assembles information in a timely and efficient manner
  • Collaborates with staff and departments in preparing special projects
  • Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
  • Currently enrolled or recently graduated (within 1-year) from an accredited university or college with an HR focused or related degree
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Applicants should be competitive, assertive, and self-motivated
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Preferred Requirements:
  • Entry-level knowledge and skill within specified area of professional specialty.
  • Project planning skills.
  • Ability to think critically, multi-task, and keep up in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits Overview
We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as :
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Voluntary Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.
Disclaimer
This is to notify the general public that some individuals/entities are using the thyssenkrupp ("TK") name, trademark, domain name, and logo without authorization. They are posing as employees, representatives, or agents of TK and its associated/group companies. These individuals/entities are fraudulently offering jobs online through texts, websites, telephone calls, emails, or by issuing fake offer letters. They are also soliciting jobseekers to deposit money in certain bank accounts or providing jobseekers with fraudulent checks to obtain banking information.
TK does not ask, solicit, or accept any monies in any form from candidates, job applicants, or potential jobseekers, who have applied to or wish to apply to TK, whether online or otherwise as a pre-employment requirement. TK bears no responsibility for money being deposited/withdrawn therefrom in response to such fake offers.
Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonableaccommodation@thyssenkrupp.com .
TK does not:
1. Send job offers from free email services like Gmail, Rediffmail, Yahoo mail, etc.;
2. Request payment of any kind from prospective jobseekers or candidates for employment;
3. Authorize anyone to collect money or agree to any monetary arrangement in return for a job at TK;
4. Send checks to job seekers; or
5. Make job offers through third parties. In the event TK uses professional recruitment services through a third party, offers are always made directly by TK and not by any third parties.
PLEASE NOTE:
1. TK strongly recommends that potential jobseekers do not respond to such fake solicitations, in any manner;
2. TK will not be responsible to anyone acting on an employment offer that is not directly made by TK;
3. Anyone making an employment offer in return for money is not authorized by TK; and
4. TK reserves the right to take legal action, including criminal action, against such individuals/entities.
TK follows a formal recruitment process through its own HR department and applications are evaluated by its HR department through pre-defined processes. Please visit our official careers website at https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en to view authentic job openings at TK.
If you receive any unauthorized, suspicious, or fraudulent offers or interview calls, please email us at tkmna.employee.care@thyssenkrupp-materials.com .
We shall not accept any liability towards the representation made in any fraudulent communication or its consequences, and such fraudulent communication shall not be treated as any kind of offer or representation by TK or its group companies and affiliates.

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