Benefits Administrator Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Benefits Administrator includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Design benefit appropriate programs such as insurance, wellness etc.
  • Coordinate leaves of absence and process claims or requests (medical operations, worker’s compensation etc.)
  • Handle all benefit compensations
  • Handle all reimbursement procedures
  • Update and keep employee records 
  • Advise employees of their benefit options
  • Ensure timely payment of monthly premiums
  • Manage enrolments and determine employee eligibility
  • Evaluate and negotiate with all our service providers 
  • Collaborate and maintain professional communication with accounting department

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Benefits Administrator duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Benefits Administrator roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.