Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books,Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.Come join our HR Operations & Total Rewards team as a HR Operations Analyst. This is a hybrid role - in office days of Tuesday & Wednesday with remote work on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays and based on business needs.RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Owning all aspects of employee data throughout the full employee life cycle including data entry, updates and general maintenance of employee records.
- Maintain and update employee data and transactions in various HR systems (Dayforce, benefit vendors etc.). Complete data audits across multiple systems, to ensure data integrity.
- Provide counsel to employees on all benefit policies, practices, programs and guidelines which may include but are not limited to providing counsel to employees commencing a leave of absence or those employees at all levels of retirement planning.
- Performs complex clerical duties requiring the use of independent judgment, analysis and resolves routine employee/vendor benefits issues in a timely manner.
- Performs routine administrative duties related to the operation and administration of certain benefit plans and compiles data used for cost/benefit analysis.
- Provides testing support as needed related to the implementation and operation of HRIS systems.
- Supports special projects as needed and performs additional benefits-related accountabilities, as assigned.
- Serves as the point of contact for pay, benefit, and time-off inquiries
- Support on/off-boarding process including data entry into associated systems and partnering with associated departments (Compliance, IT, etc.)
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Facilitate new hire benefits orientation
- Assist with administration of benefits programs, including enrollment, updates, invoices, and communications.
- Create employment verification letters and respond to requests for employment information (i.e., mortgage/loan verifications) as needed.
- Manage general office tasks, while providing technical and administrative support to the HR Ops team.
- Assist with creation of SOPs for HR Operations team
- Identify opportunities for process and/or systems improvement and recommend or initiate improvement activities.
- Assist Manager, Global Payroll with payroll audits
- Balance day to day responsibilities with key project work
- Assist with reporting on and/or analyzing employee data using Excel, Dayforce and other systems
- Provide exceptional customer service to internal clients, efficiently and effectively answering their questions, providing them with accurate information.
- Track, monitor, and manage HR related projects ensuring the overall goals of the team are met
- Provide support to the HR Team and internal partners in relation to HR Operations as needed.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of relevant benefits administration experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, business or related field preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- We are seeking someone who is self-driven, takes initiative, demonstrates strong common sense, and can operate in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of ownership.
- Has the ability to work with all levels of employees and interact with all levels of management
Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success. Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof. Other details
- Job Family Human Resources Generalists
- Job Function Compensation, Benefits and Job Analysis Specialist
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Regular
- Min Hiring Rate $70,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $75,000.00
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