JULIA TURLEY
Chicago
Summary
Proactive HR advisor with a strong background in leave lifecycle management and benefits coordination. Known for expertise in FMLA and ADA compliance, driving effective employee engagement and seamless operational processes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Leave and Benefit Specialist
Convergint
Hoffman Estates, IL
05.2024 - Current
- Implemented and monitored FMLA, ADA, and state statutory leave programs, guaranteeing adherence to legal standards while addressing workforce needs across multiple states.
- Oversaw all aspects of leave lifecycle management, including documentation governance, eligibility assessments, and seamless return-to-work coordination.
- Administered direct benefits across various programs, maintaining accuracy and facilitating employee access to essential resources.
- Acted as primary HR advisor for employees and managers, providing clear and consistent guidance on complex benefits and leave policies.
- Conducted regular audits to uphold HRIS data integrity while employing Excel analytics for effective reporting and compliance verification.
- Engaged cross-functionally with HR and payroll vendors to resolve intricate benefits and leave challenges, supporting seamless operations.
- Facilitated Workday implementation for benefits and leave workstreams to enhance system testing validation and optimize post-go-live processes.
Senior Leave and Benefit Specialist
Forefront Dermatology
Chicago, IL
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Administered employee benefits, leave of absence, and workers’ compensation programs across a distributed, multi-state workforce
- Ensured compliance with FMLA, ADA, and applicable state leave regulations through consistent policy execution and case management oversight
- Oversaw alignment of payroll and finance operations for leave and benefits transactions, maintaining high standards of accuracy and timely execution.
- Managed employee inquiries as primary escalation point, ensuring effective communication regarding benefits, leave, and workplace accommodations.
- Managed employee relations initiatives to ensure effective leave accommodations and address workplace injury concerns.
Benefits Coordinator
Kirkland & Ellis
Chicago, IL
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Coordinated employee benefits enrollment and changes, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Processed claims and inquiries efficiently, maintaining accurate records of employee interactions.
- Managed employee leave programs, focusing on compliance and accuracy to support workforce management.
Senior Leave and Benefit Specialist
Merieux NutriSciences
Chicago, IL
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Developed and managed a suite of benefits programs, including health, welfare, disability, life insurance, and retirement plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Coordinated FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, and military leave programs, ensuring equitable access and adherence to legal requirements across employee groups.
- Facilitated enrollment adjustments and termination workflows in HRIS systems to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
- Developed and implemented educational initiatives and onboarding processes to improve employee understanding of benefits.
- Managed integration of Empyrean and Ceridian systems, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Benefits Specialist
GrubHub
Chicago, IL
07.2018 - 04.2021
- Streamlined benefits enrollment processes, enhancing employee experience and reducing processing time.
- Collaborated with HR teams to ensure compliance with regulations affecting employee benefits.
- Managed comprehensive leave of absence processes to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
Benefits Analyst
Bswift
Chicago, IL
04.2016 - 07.2018
- Analyzed benefits data to identify trends and optimize employee enrollment processes.
- Developed comprehensive reports on benefit usage, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance benefits communication strategies and employee understanding.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating terms to improve service delivery and cost efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12-2012
Skills
Benefits program coordination
Skilled in HRIS implementation and management
Leave compliance management
Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)
Data analysis and reconciliation
Effective employee engagement
Data privacy compliance
Timeline
Senior Leave and Benefit Specialist
Convergint
05.2024 - Current
Senior Leave and Benefit Specialist
Forefront Dermatology
09.2022 - 05.2024
Benefits Coordinator
Kirkland & Ellis
02.2022 - 08.2022
Senior Leave and Benefit Specialist
Merieux NutriSciences
04.2021 - 02.2022
Benefits Specialist
GrubHub
07.2018 - 04.2021
Benefits Analyst
Bswift
04.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Eastern Michigan University