Benefits Administrator

Job Title : HR Leave Management Representative

Location:
Phoenix, AZ (Remote) Compensation : $26.00 -$29.00 / hour Industry : Human Resources Work Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Benefits:
This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About Our Client : Our client is seeking an HR professional who can provide dependable support to employees navigating various types of leave. This role works closely with internal HR and Safety teams as well as external leave and benefits partners to ensure employee cases are handled accurately and within established service expectations.

Job Description
Addison Group is hiring an HR Leave Management Representative on behalf of our client for a contract opportunity through January 2027. This position will provide administrative and employee support throughout the leave process, helping employees understand their leave options, required documentation, responsibilities, and next steps. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing phone-based customer service with administrative responsibilities. Please note our preference is for a local Phoenix candidate to fill this position. Please note that this position may be performed anywhere in the U.
S. except: California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded as well based on business factors.

Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in Human Resources, leave administration, disability management, or a related environment, OR a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field Previous experience supporting leave management is preferred Working knowledge of FMLA, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Workers' Compensation, Military Leave, and Personal Leave is preferred Understanding of FMLA regulations and leave administration processes is a plus Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain confidential employee information Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong customer service skills with the ability to support employees professionally and effectively Ability to prioritize a high volume of work while meeting established deadlines and service expectations Comfortable researching issues, resolving routine inquiries, and using independent judgment when appropriate High school diploma or GED preferred

Key Responsibilities
Support employees throughout the leave process by helping identify applicable leave types, explaining next steps, and providing appropriate documentation Maintain accurate employee leave records and update case management systems according to established procedures Communicate with employees by phone and email regarding leave status, documentation, deadlines, and required actions Coordinate leave-related information with internal HR and Safety teams and external third-party administrators Assist with reviewing and responding to incoming inquiries through shared HR and leave-management email inboxes Support administrative processes related to Workers' Compensation and other employee leave matters Provide coverage for team members when needed to maintain consistent service levels Research employee questions and work toward timely resolutions while minimizing unnecessary escalations Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance the employee experience Handle sensitive employee information with a high degree of confidentiality and accuracy Complete additional administrative duties and projects as assigned Perks : Fully remote opportunity Contract assignment through January 2027 Monday-Friday schedule with consistent daytime hours Opportunity to utilize and expand HR and leave-management experience Employee-focused role combining HR administration and customer service Additional Details : This is a fully remote position; preference may be given to candidates located in the Phoenix area or within reasonable driving distance of the client's local office Candidates located in the Phoenix area may be asked to work from a local office if a home internet outage lasts longer than four hours Remote employees must have a private, professional workspace suitable for confidential phone conversations and administrative work The role involves both phone-based employee support and computer-based administrative responsibilities Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential This is a contract position expected to continue through January 2027 Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state a