**Unit Description** **Sodexo** is searching for a **Benefits Specialist** within our Benefits Department located at our new headquarters in **Bethesda, Maryland.** The Benefits Specialist is primarily responsible for informing employees about the nature of benefits plans and any changes that happen to the structure of those benefits. They should be able to answer questions and concerns that employees have about their benefits. **The successful candidate will:** + Act as the benefits liaison for employees on group health plans. + Assist with benefits new annual enrollment testing + Assist in the coordination, planning, and development of benefit materials for employees. + Assist with open enrollment activities and scheduling meetings and events related to benefits. + Advise management of potential benefits administration issues and work to resolve accordingly. + Answer employees’ questions about benefits + Assist with completion of timely filing of benefits documents such as ACA reporting and non-discrimination testing. + Process and review benefit payroll deductions/process refund quickly and accurately + Perform quality checks of benefits-related data and solve discrepancies **Is this the right opportunity for you? We are looking for candidates who have/are:** + High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred + Customer-service oriented and excellent written and verbal communication skills + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite + Great communication with individuals at all levels + Collaborative skills and the ability to work independently + Great attention to detail and highly organized + Excellent ability to prioritize and multitask + Solution-oriented + Self-starter + Strong analytical skills + Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently both in written and oral communications. + Able to professionally handle sensitive and confidential information. + Experience with the ADP payroll system + Proficiency with MS Word; Outlook; Intermediate level experience with Excel At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs. **Not the job for you?** At Sodexo, we offer positions that support a variety of career goals working in diverse business segments, including Corporate Headquarters, Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search today (http://bit.ly/SdxJobs) . **Working for Sodexo:** How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. \#lIHybrid **What We Offer** Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: + Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs + 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions + Paid Time Off and Company Holidays + Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. **Qualifications & Requirements** Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. **Location** _US-MD-NORTH BETHESDA | US-DC-Washington, D.C. | US-VA-Arlington_ **System ID** _975906_ **Category** _Human Resources_ **Employment Status** _Full-Time_ **Posted Range** _$19.38 to $29.25_ **Company : Segment Desc** _CORPORATE STAFF_ _On-Site_