Latham & Watkins
Benefits Assistant
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About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
About The Role
Benefits Assistant
The Benefits Assistant is an integral part of Latham’s Well-Being & Benefits team. This role will be responsible for assisting the Well-Being & Benefits department with a variety of responsibilities related to specific benefits tasks and projects to ensure the services, goals, and objectives of the department are met, as well as performing data entry of benefits information into the Human Resources Information System, various Excel tracking spreadsheets, and other systems, while maintaining appropriate judgment and a high level of accuracy.
This role will be located in either our Manchester or London office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
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Responsibilities
- Reaching out to participants to collect missing information as deadlines approach
- Advising participants of approvals, denials, or requests for additional information
- Managing medical underwriting requirements
- Requesting required supporting documentation
- Providing members with termination/leave notices
- Preparing special reports and gathering/summarising requested data
- Communicating enrolments, changes, and terminations with insurance carriers and brokers
- Using programmes such as Excel, Word, and Outlook to organise and track department records and documentation
- Promoting effective work practices, collaborating as a team member, and demonstrating respect for colleagues
Requirements
Qualifications
We’d love to hear from candidates who:
- Demonstrate the ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Exhibit the ability to perceive, analyse, and escalate problems to senior team members
- Possess knowledge and proficiency with Human Resources Information Systems, preferably PeopleSoft
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Education & Experience
- A high school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
- Relevant prior experience preferred
Benefits & Additional Information
Successful candidates will enjoy:
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An outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment
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A generous total compensation package, including performance bonuses
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Participation in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program, including:
- Health insurance
- Group income protection and life assurance
- A pension plan
- Wellness programmes
- Employee discounts
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A range of Global Affinity Groups providing:
- A firmwide platform to share experiences and advice
- An inclusive network for members with common interests
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
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