Senior Benefits Specialist

About ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC
ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC (AAC-USA) is a subsidiary of ABN AMRO Clearing Bank N.V. We are a global clearing firm that provides an integrated suite of financial services to professional trading participants in the global financial market.
The core service offering consists of clearing, execution, stock borrowing and lending, settlement. AAC-USA has a Global Reach through direct and indirect clearing memberships to over 90 of the world's leading exchanges. Our international network provides comprehensive market access to exchange-listed instruments such as stocks, futures, and options. ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC-Member FINRA, NFA, FIA and SIPC.
Job Overview
The Senior Benefits Specialist is part of the Human Resources team which is a collaborative group dedicated to supporting every stage of the employee experience. The team includes specialists in payroll, benefits, talent acquisition, people partnering, and HR generalist functions, ensuring seamless operational excellence and strategic support.
The role is responsible for administering and supporting the firm's global compensation and benefits programs to help attract, retain, and motivate top talent. This position partners closely with HR leadership and business leaders to ensure total rewards programs remain competitive, cost-effective, compliant, and executed with excellence.
This position is based in our Chicago office and requires a min of 3 days per week onsite in office.
Job Responsibilities

• Manage enrollments, COBRA, claims support, carrier feeds and employee inquiries
• Administer group benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and retirement plans
• Partner with vendors and brokers to ensure service excellence and cost efficiency
• Lead audits, compliance testing, and benefits reporting-including NDT and annual Form 5500 filings
• Manage FMLA and other leave-of-absence programs in accordance with federal and state requirements
• Maintain accurate benefits data in HRIS platforms
• Assist with benefits communications and open enrollment initiatives
• Conduct new employee benefits orientations and ongoing promotional support
• Plan, coordinate, and communicate employee wellness initiatives and recognition events
• Prepare and manage compensation-related employee documentation, including Total Rewards Statements and Compensation Acknowledgement Forms
• Coordinate and manage the annual compensation and bonus cycle, ensuring accurate data, compliance with deferral schedules and timely delivery of employee compensation
• Conduct market benchmarking, pay equity analyses and job evaluations to inform compensation decisions and maintain competitive positioning for new roles and current employees
• Coordinate and take minutes for monthly Compensation and Benefit Committee meetings

Basic Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Strong working knowledge of ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, and ADA
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables and VLOOKUPs required)
• Familiarity with HRIS systems, SAP SuccessFactor preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills

Preferred Requirements

• CEBS, CPP or HR Certification a plus
• Financial services experience

Annual base salary, not including discretionary bonus eligibility: $85,000-$110,000
Perks and Benefits
As a global leader in financial services, we rely on the strengths of our employees to deliver their best work for our clients. We invest back in our employees by offering a host of benefits and perks.

• Competitive health benefit offerings, including choice of three medical plans through BCBS-IL, dental, vision and flexible spending accounts
• Complimentary annual membership to One Medical as well as an EAP
• Robust 401(k) Plan with a generous match and vesting schedule
• Use it or lose it pre-tax commuter benefits, corporate Divvy memberships and employer paid benefits such as term life and AD&D and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off, sick days, a robust holiday schedule and parental leave plans
• Monthly wellness subsidy used towards wellness activities • Flexible hybrid work schedules
• Open communication including regular Town Hall meetings with the Management Team
• Forward-thinking, culture-based organization with collaborative teams that promote diversity, equity and inclusion
• Free coffee & tea and "bagel Wednesday"
• Employee-led Culture Club to bring awareness and fun to the employees
• Awesome office space with a large kitchen/meeting gathering area - including a foosball and ping pong table
• Private, well-equipped Mother's room
• Office is conveniently located in the Chicago Loop Financial District - close to CTA and Metra
• Well maintained building (an architectural "masterpiece") and a part of Chicago history - also includes a robust business center with a café, game-room and a shared rooftop terrace with green space

This information is intended as a summary of potential benefits only. Eligibility for the plans and programs listed here depends on the nature of employment, length of service and other factors. Actual coverage is governed by supporting summary plan descriptions and related policies.
ABN AMRO Clearing USA (AAC-USA) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. AAC-USA celebrates diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race; creed; color; religion; alienage or national origin; ancestry; citizenship status; age; disability or handicap; sex; marital status; veteran status; sexual orientation; status as a survivor of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking; genetic predisposition or carrier status; gender identity or expression; or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, views and experiences. This enables us to be a better and stronger team - one that makes better decisions and delivers better business results. AAC-USA participates in the E-Verify program in the US.
Notice and Disclaimer to External Recruitment Agencies:
External recruitment agencies must have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO Clearing USA, LLC ("AAC-USA") prior to submitting a resume to fill a vacancy. In addition, a recruitment agency may only submit a resume when invited in writing by an AAC-USA Talent Acquisition Specialist to join the search to fill a specific vacancy. Any resume or other candidate information sent to AAC-USA not in accordance with the foregoing procedure will be considered exclusive property of AAC-USA, with respect to which no placement fee will be due, owing or paid to the sender.