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COBRA Administration Manager
About Westlake Financial Group, Inc.:

Located in Buffalo Grove, IL, WestLake Financial Group, Inc. (WestLake) is one of Chicago's most innovative and technologically advanced employee benefits firms specializing in providing value-based programs to mid-sized companies.

WestLake is looking for a COBRA Administration Manager to join the COBRA Department as the leader of the department. This position will oversee specific COBRA administration functions leading a team of COBRA Administrators. Candidates should have management experience in employee Benefits Administration specifically COBRA administration.
• Team’s Major Responsibilities and Duties Include:
• Administration of COBRA and employee status changes
• Communication of benefits plans to employees
• Maintain benefit information and process employee elections
• Conduct audits on employee accounts in order to maintain consistency and accuracy
• Prepare quarterly account activity reports for employees and clients
• Process monthly premium remittance to clients and/or carriers
• Maintain legal compliance of COBRA administration
• Receive and respond to letters, emails, memos and other correspondence

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent demonstrated experience
• 3+ years professional experience in COBRA benefits administration required
• Experience in benefits outsourcing preferred
• 3+ years management experience
• Strong PC skills with experience using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet
• Exceptional Project Management Skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of legal and compliance regulations regarding COBRA administration
preferred
• Advanced ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to use good judgment in confidential situations
• High degree of professionalism

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary and incentive package commensurate with qualifications and experience. A full benefit package including medical, dental, life, and 401(k) is available.

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