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BCC

Benefits Associate

Pittsburgh, PA

Benefits Coordinators Corporation (BCC) is currently adding a role within the administrative and technical field. This is a great opportunity to start your career in a position where you can be ...

Scott Credit Union

HR/Benefits Associate

Edwardsville, IL · On-site

$22.05 - $27.56/hr

HR/Benefits Associate -- Human Resources Department; Edwardsville, IL Headquarters Banking • Full-Time • Human Resources Scott Credit Union is hiring an HR/Benefits Associate in Edwardsville, IL ...

Direct Counsel

Employee Benefits Associate

Chicago, IL

$225K - $310K/yr

Direct Counsel is seeking an Employee Benefits Associate with 1-4 years of experience to join a premier Employee Benefits and ERISA practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for attorneys ...

5 Legal

Compensation & Benefits Associate

Denver, CO

Am Law top 50 firm which is consistently ranked among the leading law firms is looking for an associate to join their Compensation and Benefits practice group. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years ...

5 Legal

Employee Benefits Associate

Chicago, IL

Am Law top 10 and one of the world's most elite law firms seeks a highly qualified associate to join their Employee Benefits group. The ideal candidate would have 1-4 years of full-time experience ...

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How much do benefits associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for benefits associate in the United States is $19.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Benefits Associates?

Benefits Associates are human resources professionals who specialize in administering and managing employee benefits programs within an organization. Their responsibilities include enrolling employees in health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits, answering benefits-related questions, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. They act as a liaison between employees and benefits providers, helping employees understand their options and resolve any issues related to their benefits. Benefits Associates play a key role in ensuring employees receive the benefits they are entitled to, while also supporting organizational goals.

What is the difference between Benefits Associate vs Benefits Coordinator?

CriteriaBenefits AssociateBenefits Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer a relevant certificationHigh school diploma; often preferred to have certifications like CEBS or similar
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, interacting with employees and HR teamsOffice environment, managing benefits programs and employee inquiries
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in healthcare, corporate, and government sectorsUsed across similar industries, focusing on benefits administration
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing entry-level benefits rolesIndividuals seeking roles with more responsibilities in benefits management

The Benefits Associate typically handles basic benefits administration tasks, assisting employees with inquiries and processing benefits data. The Benefits Coordinator often takes on a more active role in managing benefits programs, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring compliance. Both roles require similar credentials and work environments, but the Benefits Coordinator usually involves more responsibility and experience.

What are some common challenges Benefits Associates face when managing employee benefits inquiries?

Benefits Associates often handle a high volume of questions from employees regarding complex benefits plans, such as health insurance, retirement, and leave policies. One challenge is ensuring accurate and timely communication while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of changing regulations and company policies. Additionally, Benefits Associates must balance confidentiality with the need to provide clear, helpful guidance, often collaborating closely with HR, payroll, and external vendors. Developing strong organizational and interpersonal skills can help overcome these challenges and improve the employee experience.

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

To thrive as a Benefits Associate, you need a strong understanding of employee benefits administration, attention to detail, and typically a bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field. Familiarity with HRIS platforms, benefits management software, and compliance regulations such as ERISA is highly valuable. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and discretion in handling sensitive information are essential soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate benefits administration, regulatory compliance, and positive employee experiences within organizations.
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Infographic showing various Benefits Associate job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,327 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Benefits Associate

BCC

Pittsburgh, PA

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Benefits Coordinators Corporation (BCC) is currently adding a role within the administrative and technical field. This is a great opportunity to start your career in a position where you can be trained by and work with some of the top experts in the industry. In addition, you will be working in a friendly, team-oriented work environment with the opportunity to advance your career.

Job Functions Include:

  • Completing and updating appropriate documentation associated with client renewals
  • Onboarding of existing client changes 
  • Onboarding of existing client new services 
  • Auditing and distributing client renewal letters

Our Pittsburgh (Robinson Township) location gives you the opportunity to be a part of a big organization, but to also have that small company feel. In addition, there are a number of opportunities for you to get involved, whether it is in projects for work or volunteer and social opportunities. 

Pay & Benefits (Most Benefits Start Day 1)

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • PTO/ Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Profit-Sharing/ Defined Contribution (1-year waiting period)
  • Company-paid ST and LT Disability
  • Maternity Leave/ Parental Leave
  • Company-paid Term Life/ Accidental Death Insurance

About the Company

Benefits Coordinators Corporation (BCC), is a third-party employee benefits administrator and a national leader in developing new services designed to help our clients run more effective employee benefit programs. We sell a promise to help our clients through life's toughest moments. To ensure we keep that promise, we hold ourselves to a set of principles that we believe position our clients and our company for long-term success. Our Guiding Principles are not just words on paper, they are a promise we make to ourselves and our clients.

These principles have become a driving force of our culture and share many common themes with the values of our clients. First, we hire and develop amazing people that have an insatiable desire to succeed, are committed to earning, and thrive on challenges. Secondly, we pride ourselves on serving our clients' best interests through quality service, innovative solutions, and constantly evaluating our performance. Third, we have embraced and are guided by the theme of "better every day" constantly pushing ourselves to be better than yesterday. Ultimately, we get more energy from the future we are creating for our people, our clients, and our company than from our past success.

As an organization, we are very optimistic about the future and have incredibly high expectations for our people and our performance. We also understand that our growth is fueled by becoming better, not bigger - growth funds investments in new resources to better serve our clients and provide the career opportunities our employees want and deserve. This is why we are a growth company and why we are committed to being better every day. 

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