Benefits Generalist

Overview

OUR STORY

We are a company with integrated luxury and lifestyle offerings centered on Movement, Nutrition and Regeneration. In addition to Equinox, our other brands, Blink, Pure Yoga, SoulCycle, Furthermore, and Equinox Hotels are all recognized for inspiring and motivating members and employees to maximize life. Within our portfolio of brands, we have more than 200 locations within every major city across the United States in addition to London, Toronto, & Vancouver. 

OUR CODE

We are passionate about high performance living and we practice what we preach – investing time in our own health and fitness. We believe that everyone has untapped potential within them and it takes a disruptive approach to unleash it. We dream big and don’t settle for the status quo. We sweat the details. We never accept less than 110% to help each other deliver the Equinox experience and enable our members to get great results.  We are obsessed with what’s new, what’s now, what’s next. Never following, always leading, living ahead of the moment in fashion, culture and consumer behavior. We aren’t just a company; we’re a community vested in each other’s success. We value humility and a team approach at every level of the company.

If you are a high performing individual who is passionate about winning and inspiring others, then we are excited to discuss career opportunities with you.

Job Description

The Benefits Generalist will play a key role in supporting the Benefits and Leave Manager in the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and leave management. This position requires a detail-oriented and customer-focused individual who can manage multiple tasks, provide excellent employee support, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Benefits Administration: Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans.
• Leave Management: Support the Benefits and Leave Manager in processing and tracking employee leave requests, including FMLA, disability, parental leave, and other company-sponsored leave programs.
• Employee Support: Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits, leave policies, and procedures. Provide timely and accurate information and resolve issues as they arise.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits and leave management. Assist in the preparation of required filings and documentation.
• Annual Enrollment: Participate in the planning and execution of annual enrollment process. Assist with employee communications, employee presentations, and any requests as needed.
• Vendor Coordination: Liaise with benefit providers and vendors to address employee issues, manage plan enrollments, and ensure the delivery of quality services.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate employee benefits and leave records in the HRIS system. Perform regular audits to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Reporting: Assist in generating and analyzing benefits-related reports, including utilization, costs, and trends. Provide recommendations for plan improvements or adjustments.
• Employee Communications: Assist in the creation and distribution of benefits-related communications, including newsletters, intranet content, and educational materials.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve benefits administration processes and employee experience. Participate in the development and implementation of new initiatives.
• Support ongoing payroll funding
• Support the process and management of leave pay calculations
• Timely respond to emails in the Benefit inbox

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role.
• Familiarity with employee benefits programs, leave management, and relevant regulations (e.g., ERISA, FMLA, ACA).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG, ADP) is a plus.
• Certifications: CEBS, PHR, or SHRM-CP certification is a plus.
• Team player who can easily multi-task and manage multiple projects
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Motivated and proactive

Pay Transparency: $75K -$85K

Additional Information

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

• We offer competitive salary, benefits and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
• Complimentary Club membership
• 30- 50% discounts on all Equinox products and services including Personal Training, Private Pilates, Spa and Café’ services and Shop items

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.