In this highly confidential position the Benefits Administrator will work closely with and receive supervision from the Senior Benefits Specialist.

This is a "hands-on" position serving approximately 600 employees with primary responsibilities including benefits administration (medical, dental, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, long-term care, tuition reimbursement, FSA, COBRA, HIRD, 401(k), Worker?s Compensation and HRIS administration (Ultipro).

Benefits administration includes but is not limited to; reconciling monthly statements, processing enrollments/terminations/status changes, leave of absence administration, investigating employee claims and act as point of resource for employees concerning benefits. The Benefits Administrator will conduct new hire orientation and assist with the annual benefits renewal process including meetings with vendors and brokers and participate in open enrollment activities. The Benefits Administrator will also assist with the compensation planning process.

HRIS administration encompasses all aspects including creating and maintaining benefits functions, data integrity, data entry, queries, and reports.

The Benefits Administrator will also be responsible for creating and maintaining documentation for Benefits Administrator processes and procedures. This person will also be responsible for keeping benefit materials stocked and preparing new hire orientation packages and serve as the first point of contact for employee benefit questions.

Candidates should have a college degree or equivalent and a minimum of one year of direct benefits experience. The ideal candidate will have strong detail orientation, be highly organized and have excellent follow-up skills. They will have a demonstrated ability to multi-task with minimal direct supervision and strong initiative. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Candidates must have and prove proficiency in the following applications: Ultipro and/or ADP HR Perspective Version 5, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook. Experience in a manufacturing environment a plus.

Submit resume to HR@Novabio.com.

Summit Benefit Solutions is seeking a hard working, motivated individual who will be responsible for providing "best in class" service to new and existing clients. Support and service to clients includes new business implementation, renewal marketing, day to day administrative client support, account liaison and financial analysis. The Senior Account Executive needs to be familiar with various medical plan funding methods, ranging from fully insured to self funded and a variety of plan design techniques, including HSA compatible High Deductible Health Plans, HRA Plans and FSA's. Knowledge of employee benefits underwriting and experience in working with Life, Disability, Dental, etc. are important.

This position involves day to day interaction with client decision makers and operational staff. The ability to work in a project based environment is important. Excellent presentation skills (oral and written) and a thorough understanding of the use of Microsoft Office applications are a must, as is the ability to interact with external partners and our internal team. In depth knowledge of federal law (COBRA, PPACA, etc.) as well as state requirements is critical, as is the ability to read and understand policies, certificates and contracts.

The ideal candidate is self motivated and a creative problem solver. Bachelor's degree is required and further industry study is important. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Summit Financial Corporation is a growing employee benefits firm offering Health & Welfare plan services, Retirement Plan Services, and Individual Tax and Financial Planning services. Our offices are in Burlington, MA, conveniently located right off of Route 128 in New England Executive Park. Please see our website for more information at www.summitfinancialcorp.com.

We are seeking an experienced Stop Loss Medical Underwriter who will be responsible for prioritizing and completing requests for proposals, analyzing data, underwriting and pricing new and renewal business. The position is responsible for producing a profitable book of business working with Sales Representatives within the Company and outside Producers.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Underwrite and grow a block of business medical stop loss health insurance.
• Achieve profit and growth on assigned blocks of business.
• Review underwriting information, develop rates and terms for medical stop loss accounts based upon underwriting rules, guidelines, pricing methodologies and account specific data.
• Compose, prepare and generate correspondence, proposals and other reports as required

Requirements:

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Candidate must be able to think strategically, effectively asses risk and make solid decisions and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum 2 years experience as an Underwriter

The Senior Benefits Analyst tracks, develops and analyzes comprehensive benefits data reports and benchmarking reports. Identifies and interprets data and market trends, and proactively develops cost-effective and competitive recommendations. Manages related compliance and other activities associated with benefit program administration and plan management needs, including annual retirement plan audits and valuations. Leads development of benefits communications and training initiatives, including updates to benefits self service and internal websites. Oversees benefit change processes within HRIS and provides subject matter expertise. Leads benefit program testing processes for HRIS changes and system updates. Researches and recommends policy changes. Supports projects for new or modified benefits programs. Provides senior level expertise and assistance on other benefits projects.

Education: Knowledge of principles and practices of Benefits typically acquired by attaining a bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Licensure, Certification, Registration: - None -

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
a) Knowledge of a full portfolio of benefits programs including qualified and non-qualified retirement programs, health and welfare programs, and time-away and other programs.
b) Strong understanding of ERISA, PPA, FMLA, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
c) Strong analytical abilities in determining, projecting, and administering benefits.
d) Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with colleagues at all organizational levels to get along with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, flexible
e) Excellent communication skills, including presentation and writing skills
f) Ability to coordinate and manage vendors, insurers, and third party administrators.
g) Ability to develop, or manage the development of, the full array of benefits communications.
h) Successful project management experience.
i) Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint.
j) Demonstrated ability to function autonomously and perform effectively within a complex, fast paced environment; to model high-initiative and professional behavior.
k) Committed customer service focus
l) Strong oral written and presentation skills
m) Knowledge of a full array of benefits programs with emphasis on retirement programs.

Experience: 5 years of Benefits senior professional responsibility including benefits development and communication for a full spectrum of benefits programs including multiple retirement programs. Successful experience designing programs and communications and conducting market analyses. Senior professional level benefit design and communications experience. Successful experience providing administrative support of an array of retirement programs.