Employee Benefits Analyst

Western Financial Group; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 Paid Wellness Days

3 weeks vacation

Company-matching savings programs

100% employer-paid group benefits

Job summary

Western Financial Group is seeking an Employee Benefits Analyst to analyze the sustainability and profitability of group insurance solutions for clients. This full-time, hybrid role is based in Winnipeg with 2 days in the office each week.

Responsibilities include preparing proposals, pricing decisions, and supporting plan design changes while maintaining rigorous analysis standards. A Business degree and Excel proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Business or a related field.
• 1 year of analyst or underwriter experience is an asset.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals for the internal Employee Benefits sales team to support new business objectives.
• Conduct comparisons and evaluate risk to determine pricing for proposals.
• Support the Employee Benefits Service team in plan design changes for existing clients.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in application of analysis practices.
• Continuously apply knowledge of new/emerging analysis technologies to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong written communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Business degree/diploma

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Proudly Canadian. Driven by Purpose. Rooted in Care.

Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada.

Employee Benefits Analyst

In this role you will be responsible for analyzing the sustainability and profitability of group insurance solutions provided to our clients. This is a full time, hybrid work arrangement position.

Here Is What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Prepare proposals for our internal Employee Benefits sales team to support new business objectives
• Conduct comparisons and evaluate risk to determine pricing for various proposals
• Support the Employee Benefits Service team in consideration of plan design changes for existing clients
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in application of analysis practices
• Continuously apply knowledge of new/emerging analysis technologies and methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives

The value you bring

• Degree/Diploma in Business, or equivalent working experience
• 1 year of experience in an Analyst or Underwriter position an asset
• MS Office Proficiency; with an emphasis on Excel
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing

Role Details

• Hours/Duration: 37.5 hours per week
• Location: Hybrid in Winnipeg, 2 days per week in office
• Current Vacancy: Yes
• Requisition #: 83306
• Compensation Range: $55,000 - $65,000

Why Western?

Western’s people‑first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.

Highlights Include

• 14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks’ vacation, company‑matching savings programs, and 100% employer‑paid group benefits for eligible employees
• Over 1,500 volunteer hours supporting 160+ charities in 2024–2025 through the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] or visit our Careers page.

Our Human‑First Hiring Approach:

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (non‑AI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team.