Sr. HR Analyst (Benefits Focus) in Los Angeles, California at CIM Group

Reporting to the Head of Total Rewards & Operations, the Sr. HR Analyst supports the administration of employee benefits programs, including health and welfare, retirement, and related plans. This role focuses on ensuring compliance, analyzing benefits data, and managing vendor relationships. The Sr. HR Analyst provides key support to the Head of Total Rewards in maintaining efficient and effective benefits programs that align with business objectives while balancing cost considerations with employee needs and overall engagement.

• Plan Administration: Support the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k), and other company-sponsored benefits. Assist with enrollment, changes, and issue resolution.
• Absence Management: Assist in monitoring the third-party leave administrator to ensure accurate tracking and compliance with legal requirements and company policies. Provide employees with guidance on leave processes and necessary documentation, as well as processing supplemental pay due to employee from the company.
• Compliance: Support compliance efforts by assisting with the preparation of required reports and documentation related to ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, and other regulations. Help monitor changes in benefits laws and ensure adherence to policies.
• Vendor Management: Assist in managing relationships with benefits vendors, brokers, and consultants. Support the evaluation of vendor performance and help coordinate renewals and negotiations.
• Employee Communication: Assist in developing and maintaining communication materials to educate employees on their benefits options. Help coordinate benefits orientations, open enrollment meetings, and updates to the company intranet.
• Benefits Strategy: Provide analytical support to the Head of Total Rewards & Operations by gathering and analyzing benefits data. Assist in research and recommendations to enhance benefits offerings in alignment with company objectives.
• Benefits Reporting: Maintain accurate records and assist in preparing reports on benefits utilization, costs, and trends. Support data analysis for decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Assist in identifying opportunities to improve benefits administration processes and help implement enhancements to increase efficiency.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in benefits administration or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage high level of complexity with degree of independence, balancing the need for collaboration with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate and support employees.
• Analytical skills to interpret benefits data and make strategic recommendations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• ·Proficiency with HRIS and benefits administration software. UKG and Plan Source experience a plus.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills a plus.