benefits co-ordinator

Voyago is hiring a Full Time Benefits & Disability Administrator based in London, Ontario to fill an upcoming vacancy. Your Role Reporting to the HR Operations Manager, the Benefit & Disability Administrator will be responsible for overseeing the employee benefit lifecycle and facilitation of the leave and disability processes. T This is an on-site position based in our London office. Key Responsibilities You will collaborate directly with employees, leaders, payroll, HR, and external partners to ensure programs are administered accurately, confidentially, and in compliance with applicable legislation, collective agreements, and organizational policies. You will be responsible for benefit enrollment, eligibility maintenance and billing reconciliation for all employees, as well as facilitating our leave management processes with care and compassion. Benefit Administration: Lead full group benefit administration of new and existing employees including overseeing employee eligibility and compliance with the Group Benefit and Retirement plan requirements Liaise with Service Providers and Insurance Broker(s) regarding the administration of group benefits Follow up with leaders and employees regarding enrollment and other matters pertaining to the Group Benefit Plan Maintain and update employee records and benefits files Collaborate with payroll and ensure that benefit premiums are processed accurately and in a timely manner Review and reconcile monthly invoices and collect owing arrears from applicable employees Prepare regular audits and reports to support the effective and accurate application of benefit programs Leave of Absence Maintenance and Tracking: Maintain records for employees on various leaves of absence and accommodation plans, coordinate and identify documentation requirements in accordance with legislation and industry best practices Develop and distribute letters to employees confirming leave details, ongoing documentation obligations, entitlements while on leave, and payments for arrears where applicable Liaise with leaders, employees, and HR team regarding leave progress Oversee non-occupational return-to-work plans and accommodation programs Prepare regular quality reviews and reports to support the effective, consistent and accurate management of leaves The Salary range for this role is $ 52,000 to $60,000, Schedule will be daytime hours, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Requirements The ideal candidate will posses the following qualifications that include, but are not limited to, the following: Knowledge & Skill Requirements: You have a post-secondary education in Business Administration, Human Resources, or another relevant field You have or are willing to obtain the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist designation You bring knowledge of relevant Canadian legislation and Provincial Employment Standards You have 3+ years of relevant prior experience You have in-depth knowledge of Benefit Administration best practices You are experienced in leave management and accommodation programs You have experience with payroll or HRIS You bring intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite You can function effectively within a team and collaborate well with colleagues, staff, and managers You can maintain discretion with confidential and s