Benefits Analyst

Arch; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Benefit Analyst to oversee employee benefits programs in the UK and beyond. This role involves managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance, and supporting employees in maximizing their benefits. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and proficiency in benefits administration software. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and progress, where your contributions will help others achieve their goals and realize their potential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in managing third-party benefits vendors.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer UK employee benefit programs and liaise with vendors.
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Integrity

Excel (Advanced)

HRIS Systems

Benefits Administration

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Benefits Administration Software

Job description

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility℠.

Role Summary & Purpose

The Benefit Analyst is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Company’s employee benefits programs in the UK, including health insurance, income protection, pension plan and a wide ranging flexible benefits programme.

The role will also require involvement in the Company’s benefits plans across Europe, Australia and other geographies as required

This position ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations and acts as a liaison between employees and benefit providers to resolve issues and answer enquiries.

The individual must be detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about helping employees understand and maximize their benefits.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Administration of all UK employee benefit programmes, liaising with external vendors and third parties to ensure smooth operation.

• Point of contact for the UK benefits platform provider.

• Facilitate new hire and annual enrolment processes and support employee education of the Company’s benefits.

• Support local employee benefit queries, managing the benefits mailbox, resolving issues and assisting with benefit related queries.

• Point of contact for the HR team to provide advice and guidance on benefits.

• Provide analysis on utilization, trends and engagement.

• Conduct audits of benefits programs to ensure accuracy and compliance, making recommendations for adjustments when necessary.

• Support payroll processes ensuring accurate and timely reporting for payrolling of all benefits.

• Participate in projects as required.

• Maintain a Benefits Process guide.

• Administration of the company’s Recognition Platform for the region.

• Support benefits for Europe, Australia and other geographies as required.

Role Requirements & Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• High levels of integrity, confidentiality, diplomacy and resilience

• Management of third party benefits vendors and providers

• IT and numerical skills, including Advanced Excel

• Proficient in HRIS systems and benefits administration software

• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel

• High attention to detail and organization

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Experience

• Management of third party employee benefits platform

• Understanding of UK employee benefit programmes including regulatory and compliance context

• Understanding of Employee share plans would be desirable

• Understanding of other geographies or country benefit programmes would be desirable

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