Benefits Analyst

Company description

Publicis Re:Sources is the backbone of Publicis Groupe, the world’s most valuable agency group. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients.

Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re:Sources has grown to 6,200+ employees globally. We provide technology solutions and business services including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management.

We continually transform to keep pace with our ever-changing communications industry and thrive on a spirit of innovation felt around the globe. Learn more about Publicis Re:Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at

The Publicis Re:Sources Guiding Principles define who we are and what we stand for. They reflect the mindset and behaviors that shape how we work, how we support one another, and how we drive progress together.

• People First, Driving Success Together

• Problem Solving Mindset

• Respect Each Other

• Partner and Collaborate as One Team

• Commit to Quality and Standards

• Innovate and Embrace the Future.

Overview

An exciting job opportunity exists for a Benefits Analyst to join our Benefits Team based in New York City. You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of employee leaves, and the company benefit plans to include, but not limited to Health and Welfare and 401(k)/Pension plans. Youwill provide support to the employees and partner/collaborate with our internal (agency personnel, HR teams, payroll, HRIS) and external (vendor) to administer our benefits programs for our employee population.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage all types of leave of absence requests – statutory benefits (i.e. FMLA, parental leave, military leave, short term and long term disability) in accordance with Federal, State and Local laws and the Company’s policy.

• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to employees, managers and HR on leave policies and procedures.

• Serve as liaison to external stakeholders to ensure timely review and administration of leave requests.

• Collaborate with HRIS, managers, payroll and leave vendor to ensure a smooth transition of leave commencement/termination.

• Communicate with the Leave vendor to ensure timely completion of employment information and accuracy of leave administration.

• Ensure the Plan is administered in accordance with plan rules and regulatory compliance.

• Provide support when necessary to facilitate ease of administration for overall benefits platform which may include 401K processes such as participant enrollment, reconciliation, and compliance with ERISA laws.

• Assist with preparing and submitting financial reports, including headcount, accruals, and chargebacksto ensure accuracy in documentation and reporting for audits and payments.

• Support annual audits (Form 5500, non-discrimination testing) by gathering necessary documents and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations.

• Assist with open enrollment processes, rate changes, and year-end reporting for health and welfare programs.

• Keep abreast of new or updated benefit rules and regulations.

• Participates in and/or leads special benefits related projects

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Experience:

• 4-7 years of experience working within a Benefits/HR capacity with an emphasis on leave administration.

Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of Federal, State and Local Leave laws

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

• Microsoft Excel skills required

• Excellent time management skills

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

• Motivated to learn and grow within the field.

Additional information

Compensation Range: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 10/31/2025.

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