Benefits Administrator (Remote)

Role Overview This role supports employee benefits programs from start to finish—enrollments, reporting, invoices, and employee questions. You'll work closely with HR, payroll, and external vendors to keep benefits running smoothly and accurately. It's a strong fit for someone early in their HR career who enjoys detailed work, helping employees, and working with systems and data. What You'll Be Doing

• Set up and support open enrollment activities in the HR system (HRIS)
• Answer employee questions about benefits or guide them to the right resource
• Process benefit enrollments, life events, and employee status changes
• Review and submit benefit invoices for payment
• Maintain accurate benefit records and documentation
• Run reports related to benefits, leave of absence, and COBRA
• Support wellness programs and employee communications
• Coordinate leave-related benefit deductions and track payments
• Help audit data between HR systems and benefits platforms
• Assist with workers' compensation claims and documentation
• Identify ways to improve workflows and reduce errors Pay, Schedule & Logistics

Pay:

$21/hour

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, standard business hours

Work Setting:

Fully remote (hybrid option if located in San Diego)

Duration:

3-month contract with potential to extend or convert

Interview Process:

2 virtual rounds What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely benefit enrollments and updates
• Clear, helpful responses to employee questions
• Clean and consistent data across HR and benefits systems
• On-time invoice processing and reporting
• Strong organization across multiple tasks and deadlines
• Continuous improvement in processes and accuracy Requirements 
• Must-Have
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
• 1-2+ years of HR experience or 1+ year in benefits administration
• Basic understanding of HR compliance and benefit processes
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Nice-to-Have
• Experience with HR systems (UKG/UltiPro preferred)
• Exposure to COBRA, leave of absence, or wellness programs
• Experience processing invoices or working with tools like Concur
• Experience in larger organizations (1,000+ employees)
• Familiarity with benefits audits or system integrations Who Will Thrive
• Organized professionals who enjoy working with data and systems
• Strong communicators who like helping employees understand benefits
• Detail-focused individuals who double-check their work
• People who can juggle multiple tasks and stay calm under deadlines
• Candidates eager to grow their career in HR or benefits Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.