Global Benefits Specialist: Flexible, Remote & Impactful

Sedgwick; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance services provider in Cardiff is seeking a Benefits Specialist to manage and administer employee benefits programmes across international regions. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in benefits administration. Key responsibilities include overseeing pension, healthcare, and life assurance benefits, and ensuring compliance and accurate processing of changes. Competitive salary and flexible working options are offered, enhancing work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)

Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Private healthcare plan

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Group Income Protection

Voluntary benefits including green car scheme, dental cover

Qualifications

• Demonstrable expertise in administering employee benefits within a structured corporate framework.
• Acute precision in detail orientation, coupled with advanced organisational capability.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication, with proven stakeholder engagement proficiency.
• Advanced competency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with HR platforms.
• Evidenced analytical acumen, problem-resolution aptitude, and capacity to prioritise demands.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer employee benefits programmes across international regions.
• Oversee daily administration of benefits such as pensions, healthcare, life assurance.
• Ensure accurate processing of enrolments, changes, and terminations.
• Support annual renewals by reviewing provider proposals and preparing data.
• Act as a key contact for providers, resolving service issues and monitoring performance.

Skills

Benefits Administration

Attention to Detail & Organisation

Communication & Stakeholder Management

Technical Proficiency

Analytical & Problem-Solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

HR platforms (AON experience advantageous)

Job description

A global insurance services provider in Cardiff is seeking a Benefits Specialist to manage and administer employee benefits programmes across international regions. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in benefits administration. Key responsibilities include overseeing pension, healthcare, and life assurance benefits, and ensuring compliance and accurate processing of changes. Competitive salary and flexible working options are offered, enhancing work-life balance.