Nicole Leonard

Senior Benefits Consultant @MBUSI

Partner🧨 ConsultingAdvisorAssociateEngagement Manager

Nicole Leonard, as the Senior Benefits Consultant at MBUSI, is responsible for overseeing and managing the company's employee benefit programs. This includes health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, and other employee perks. She works closely with the HR department to ensure the benefits packages are competitive and align with the company's strategic goals. Furthermore, she is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Nicole also plays a crucial role in employee communication and education about their benefits. Her expertise in benefits administration helps in attracting and retaining top talent, fostering employee satisfaction and engagement.

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2006 to 2009Human Resource Information Specialist

Sep. 2006 - May. 2009Work in partnership with the HRIS team with emphasis on evaluating, designing, and maintaining the company's Human Resources Information Systems. Monitor audits, data entry, and maintenance performed by HR Data Administration to ensure system data integrity. Provide technical support by managing/coordinating various administrative functions in support of the HRIS group. Perform system test plans, including user acceptance testing, as well as thorough review, analysis, and documentation of test results. Generate multiple reports, queries, and other documentation for Human Resources to aid in personnel management and tracking; solid proficiency in use of PeopleSoft HR v. 8.3 and PeopleSoft Payroll Interface. Continually utilize/apply extensive knowledge of key UR functions, including employment, benefits, payroll, employee relations, compensation, and affirmative action. Served as liaison between employees and service carriers/insurance companies to facilitate communication, request policy and benefits updates/changes, and quickly identify and resolve issues relative to benefits. Coordinated and assured compliance with federal and state regulations, including COBRA and FMLA standards.

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