Benefits Specialist
Company Description
Job Description
The Benefits Specialist provides assistance and support for the day-to-day functions in benefits administration, projects, and processes. Position reports to the Director, Global Benefits and works closely with other members of the Benefits team.
This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs, including but not limited to medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, and leave of absence
- Assist associates with enrollment, eligibility, and general inquiries through the Benefits Hotline and email account
- Assist associates with general HR inquiries coming into the HR Inbox
- Manage short-term disability and FMLA leaves of absence in the US, interacting with third-party administrator, internal partners (Payroll, HRBPs)
- Meet one-on-one with associates regarding upcoming leave of absence
- Support medical TPA eligibility file discrepancies (weekly)
- Assist with benefits survey data compilation
- Assist with voluntary Global Home Office exit communication and processing
- Support the administration of Open Enrollment, including system testing and communications
- Assist with ongoing activity related to the qualified savings plan (401k), including annual audit, weekly data discrepancies, non-discrimination testing, and ongoing plan operations
- Perform other projects and duties as assigned
What Do You Need To Bring?
- 4-year degree or related experience
- 4+ years experience working with US benefits plans
- Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Workday preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail, passion for quality work, and timely delivery
- Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive data appropriately
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.
The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.
At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
Benefits & Perks
As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
- Incentive bonus program
- 401(K) savings plan with company match
- Annual companywide review process
- Flexible spending accounts
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Associate assistance program
- Paid parental and adoption leave
- Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
- Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Mobile Stipend
- Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
- Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
- Seven associate wellness half days per year
- Merchandise discount on all of our brands
- Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
- Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
- Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
Additional Information
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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