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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a meticulous Benefits Analyst to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will be responsible for the analysis, administration, and support of our employee benefits programs. Your primary goal will be to ensure our benefits packages are competitive, sustainable, and well communicated to our employees. This includes health, retirement, and wellness programs, among others. You will work closely with benefits vendors, negotiate with service providers, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits administration, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex information in an understandable way. You will play a crucial role in enhancing employee satisfaction and retention by effectively managing our benefits programs. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities. Your contributions will directly impact the well-being of our employees and the overall success of our organization.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Analyze current benefits programs to identify areas for improvement.
- Negotiate with vendors and service providers to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality of benefits.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations concerning benefits.
- Administer benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and terminations.
- Resolve employee issues related to benefits, and provide support in benefits selection.
- Conduct employee benefits presentations and workshops.
- Prepare and maintain reports related to benefits costs and usage.
- Stay updated on benefits trends and legislation that may affect the company.
- Collaborate with HR and finance to align benefits programs with company goals and budget.
- Manage the integration of benefits programs in case of mergers or acquisitions.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- Proven experience as a Benefits Analyst or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of benefits and compliance requirements.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in HRIS and benefits administration software.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Certification in benefits administration or HR is a plus.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with benefits administration software?
- How do you stay updated on changes in benefits legislation?
- Can you give an example of how you improved a benefits program in your past role?
- How do you handle confidential information?
- Describe a time when you had to negotiate with a vendor. What was the outcome?