HR Benefits Analyst

Southland Holdings is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Benefits Analyst to join our HR team in Grapevine, TX. In this role, you will work closely with the HR Director & Manager, providing crucial support in benefit planning to our employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong human relations background, excellent analytical and communication skills and knowledge of corporate benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Work with HR leadership to determine appropriate benefits and wellness program benchmarks; stay current with best practices to drive continuous improvement of employee health and decrease employer costs on a year-over-year basis.
• Assist with developing a benefits strategy by evaluating benefits plans and programs on an ongoing basis; recommend plan design and revisions design based on company needs and developing market trends.
• Responsible for the annual open enrollment process, including but not limited to coordination and distribution of materials from carriers, creation and facilitation of presentations, arrangement of on-site representation by providers, and ensuring changes are made to all benefit materials.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with benefit-related Federal and State laws; stay up-to-date with proposed legislation at Federal, State, and local levels.
• Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities that may impact the organization's financial performance.
• Work with the field and answer any questions or concerns about employee population.
• Complete weekly and monthly benefit billings for the self-funded plan.
• Work with the payroll department to ensure proper benefit deductions are in place and transacted weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field.
• 3+ years of proven experience and knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to benefits and retirement plans.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate and high-quality work.
• Preferred Bilingual, not required (Spanish & English)

For more than 100 years, hard-working, honest, innovative people have been building what has become SOUTHLAND HOLDINGS. We combine the strengths of FIVE construction companies who share a dedication to building critical infrastructure projects which improve the environment and lives of those around us.

We offer full-time employee benefits – Southland Holdings is an EEO employer - M/F/D/V

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person