Employee Benefits Administrator - Glasgow, United Kingdom - Aspire Search Consultants

Description

Employee Benefits Administrator / Glasgow / Permanent / £24,000 - £34,500 basic salary + excellent benefits package (including pension and bonus) + study support

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced employee benefits administrator to join our highly regarded wealth management client based in Glasgow.

In addition to administrative tasks, role holders can also be involved in client meetings, analytics and other more technical aspects of financial planning to aid their development.

Working closely with the financial planners and paraplanners, duties and responsibilities will include:

• delivery of effective administration of group risk and group pension arrangements;

- supporting the paraplanning team and the financial planners with their day-to-day administrative requirements;
- updating the back-office system;
- dealing with client enquiries in a swift and timely manner, liaising with the team and product providers where necessary;
- assisting advisors build positive relationships with clients;
- preparing client packs ahead of initial and annual review meetings;
- preparing group risk and pension governance reports;
- keeping up to date on key legislative and regulatory changes;
- improving and developing processes and enhancing the client experience.


The person:

• Well organised with an excellent attention to detail;
• Experience of working as part of a team;
• Possess a 'cando' attitude;
• Friendly with an outgoing personality;
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to adapt to change;
• Have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• An understanding of a financial adviser backoffice system is desirable.

Aspire is an equal opportunity company.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to working with companies who share our values and create an inclusive environment for all employeesResponsibilities:

• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other voluntary benefits
• Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations in HRIS system
• Serve as the main point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits
• Collaborate with insurance brokers and vendors to ensure accurate and timely administration of benefits
• Assist with the development and implementation of employee wellness programs
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Conduct benefits orientation sessions for new hires

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in benefits administration or a related field
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, Taleo) and ATS platforms
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM systems is a plus
• Knowledge of social media management for employee communications is a plus

As a Benefits Administrator, you will play a crucial role in managing our employee benefits programs and ensuring that our employees have access to valuable resources.

You will be responsible for administering various benefits plans, processing enrollments and changes, and serving as the main point of contact for employee inquiries.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of employee wellness programs and support the overall HR function.

We are looking for someone with at least 2 years of experience in benefits administration or a related field. Proficiency in HRIS systems such as Workday or Taleo is essential, as well as strong administrative skills. Excellent communication skills are also important, as you will be interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.

Experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems is a plus, as is knowledge of social media management for employee communications.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Onsite parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
eba01