Job details - Job Title - SSC Benefits Specialist - Location - Baltimore ( White Marsh ) - Country - U.S.A. - Work Area - Human Resources - Full Time - Part Time - Full Time - Job Type - Regular - Image - About the job - ABOUT THE JOB To strengthen IKEA as the employer of choice at the IKEA US Shared Services Center (SSC) by providing a high quality service to IKEA co-workers in advising, counseling, interpreting and implementing IKEA benefit policy and adherence to applicable laws and regulations. YOUR ASSIGNMENTYour main tasks will include: - Utilize the IKEA Summary Plan Descriptions in conjunction with Federal, State (all), and Local laws to administer IKEA benefit offerings. - LOA administrator. - Consultant to HR on benefit regulations, laws and policies. - Work directly on a variety of communication plans to reach coworkers, HR and third parties on Total Benefit Offer and expectations of IKEAs programs. - Import and extract electronic files from system to third party vendors for benefit functions. - Ability to work with IT, HRIS and Third party systems for implementing, testing and operating new benefit programs. - Coordinate with external vendors to resolve escalated/outstanding claims. - Support the Total Benefit Offer and value proposition through communicating with co-workers in regards to; enrollment, termination, and maintenance of the complete IKEA benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401(k), Life Insurance, Disability, and EAP. - Manage COBRA notification, enrollment, termination, and maintenance of the COBRA plan. - Partner with SSC Benefits Manager to establish new ways of working to improve efficiencies, costs, and productivity of both the SSC and IKEA stores while always striving to improve the service level. - Be a resource and a strategic HR Partner to locations in the performance and effectiveness of benefit programs at IKEA. - Contribute as a member of the SSC Benefits Team and provide support to the SSC Customer Service Team. - Create an environment where the IKEA Culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of both co-workers and customers. - Assume responsibility for other tasks and projects as assigned.YOUR PROFILE Your knowledge, skills and experience include: - 3-5 years experience in Human Resources as a Generalist or Benefits Administrator with 1-3 years experience in a shared services environment preferred. - Knowledge, interpretation and application of laws, regulations, company policies, best business practices and ethics related to employee benefit products. - LOA experience. - Excellent understanding of working with and referencing Summary Plan Descriptions - Computer aptitude ~ previous experience with HRMS - Superior written and oral communication skills. - Excel and Access skills. - Highly preferred candidates will have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college in Human Resources, Business, or other related field. - PHR / SPHR, or CEBS Certification preferred - A clear understanding of and a passion for IKEA's core values - Communicate and partner with coworkers across all levels of the organization - Ability to share your knowledge and learning with others

• Ability to maintain confidentiality - Ability to utilize existing resources and locate new resources to assist in resolving complex situations - Strong analytical, tactical, problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills - Interest in home furnishings - Highly preferred candidates fluent in Spanish and English - Work Location: Fast-paced, deadline driven, high volume HR, Benefits and Payroll processing location - Physical/Mental Demands (Essential Functions): Ability to handle multiple and changing priorities/deadlines and moderate stress. Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers and manage conflict. - Physical/Mental Demands (Non Essential Functions): sitting for long periods of time, utilize PC for long periods of time; ability to work in an open environment; ability to work long hours as needed - Travel: Limited local and overnight travel - Designates Essential Functions GROWING TOGETHER IKEA offers an exciting and empowering work environment in a global marketplace. And as the worlds leader at life at home, you have exceptional opportunities to grow and develop together with us. - Additional Information : - This position is located at the IKEA US Shared Service Center in Baltimore, Maryland. IKEA provides a comprehensive benefits package to help you achieve your personal and wellness goals including: Health and Rx insurance rated at Platinum and Gold (Medical and Rx is available for those co-workers who work 20+ hours per week) Dental insurance Vision free for full time co-workers, slight cost share for part time co-workers Health and Dependent care FSAs Company paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Tuition reimbursement 401(k) with Company Match Loyalty Bonus towards Retirement TACK program EAP Short and Long term disability (Short and long term disability is available for co-workers who work 20+ hours per week) Other great benefits include: Work/life balance Generous PTO and paid sick time Store discount Training and development Meal discount - Job ID - 315199BR - Removal Date - 04/15/2018