Adecco is seeking a talented **Benefits Consultant** to join our client’s team in Somerset, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of employee benefits programs and excellent customer service skills. This remote position offers competitive compensation ( **$50.00/hour** ) over a 3 month contract period. **Work Schedule:** Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM EST; Must be able to work EST hours **Top reasons to work with Adecco:** + Weekly Pay + Upskilling opportunities through the Adecco Aspire Academy + Dedicated onboarding specialist to guide you from offer to your first day. **Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. + 5+ years of experience in employee benefits administration. + Strong knowledge of benefits laws and regulations (ERISA, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA). + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. + Strong verbal and written communication skills. + Proficiency in MS Office tools, especially Excel. + Experience with Workday HRIS preferred. + Ability to maintain employee confidentiality. **Responsibilities** + Provide exceptional customer service to employees and HR partners. + Assist with the implementation of new benefits programs. + Serve as a subject matter expert on benefits policies and procedures. + Support annual enrollment processes. + Prepare and distribute employee benefit communications. + Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of required reporting. + Coordinate benefit changes, claims, and terminations. + Assist with compliance testing. + Gather and analyze benefit data for reporting purposes. + Support annual audits of benefit plans. + Participate in special projects as needed. **Pay Details:** $50.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance