Benefits Operations Specialist

AMETEK, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 6,692,000 - 10,516,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Bengaluru seeks a Benefits Operations Specialist to support administration and continuous improvement of employee benefits for our U.S. population.

You will collaborate with Corporate Benefits, HR, Payroll, and vendors to ensure accurate delivery of health, welfare, retirement, and wellbeing programs. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with meticulous attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality employee experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, finance, information systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in U.S. Benefits Administration, HR Operations, or related functions.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and benefits administration systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and reporting tools.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools to improve productivity and reduce costs.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, spending accounts, and wellness programs.
• Support ongoing benefits administration processes by reviewing transactions, auditing eligibility, researching exceptions, and coordinating issue resolution with stakeholders and vendors.
• Support Open Enrollment activities, including system testing, data validation, audit reporting, and issue resolution.
• Perform routine audits and quality reviews to ensure accuracy of benefit-related transactions and records.
• Monitor data quality and integrity of employee benefit information across HRIS, payroll, and vendor systems.

Skills

Benefits Administration

HR Systems

Data Management

Vendor Relationship Management

Data Analytics

Process Improvement

Project Management

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

English Proficiency

AI Tool Usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance/IS

Tools

ADP

Businessolver

Fidelity

HRIS platforms

Job description

Job Title: Benefits Operations Specialist

Location: Bangalore, KA, IN, 560048

Business Unit: Nul

Posting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Job Description

The Benefits Operations Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the administration, execution, and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs. This position serves as a key operational partner to Corporate Benefits, HR, Payroll, vendors, and employees to ensure the accurate delivery of health, welfare, retirement, and wellbeing programs for our U.S. population.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for delivering high‑quality employee experiences. This role requires expertise in benefits administration, HR systems, vendor management, data governance, compliance, and operational excellence in a fast‑paced global environment.

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Administration & Operations

• Administer employee benefit programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, spending accounts, and wellness programs.
• Support ongoing benefits administration processes by reviewing transactions, performing eligibility audits, researching exceptions, and coordinating issue resolution with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Support annual Open Enrollment activities, including system testing, data validation, audit reporting, and issue resolution.
• Perform routine audits and quality reviews to ensure the accuracy of benefit‑related transactions, employee records, and vendor eligibility data.
• Monitor data quality and support the integrity of employee benefit information across HRIS, payroll, and vendor systems through ongoing reviews, reconciliations, and exception reporting.

Systems, Data Management & Integrations

• Act as a subject matter expert for benefits administration systems and related technology platforms.
• Support ongoing benefits system configurations, testing, and file feeds with third‑party vendors.
• Review and reconcile eligibility, enrollment, payroll deduction, and carrier files.
• Analyze benefits data to identify discrepancies, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with HRIS and Payroll teams to investigate and resolve data transmission issues.

Vendor & Partner Management

• Serve as a primary operational contact for benefits vendors and external service providers.
• Coordinate issue resolution and escalation management with carriers, administrators, consultants, and technology partners.
• Participate in vendor performance reviews and assist in managing service‑level expectations.
• Support implementation of new vendors, acquisitions, benefit programs, and system enhancements.

Employee & HR Support

• Respond to employee and HR inquiries regarding benefit programs, eligibility, claims, and enrollment issues.
• Research and resolve complex benefits issues while providing a high level of customer service.
• Develop and maintain employee‑facing resources, FAQs, and process documentation.
• Deliver support for benefit communications and employee education initiatives.

Compliance & Governance

• Support compliance activities related to benefits regulations and company policies.
• Assist with audits, reporting, data validations, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure appropriate handling of sensitive employee information.
• Support documentation and retention of benefit plan and operational records.

Process Improvement & Project Support

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, accuracy, and employee satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and knowledge documentation.
• Participate in benefit implementation projects, acquisitions, system upgrades, and operational integrations.
• Utilize data and metrics to identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in U.S. Benefits Administration, HR Operations, HR Shared Services, or related functions.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms and benefits administration systems.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and data management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision‑making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI‑generated outputs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. employee benefits programs.
• Experience working with global organizations and multi‑country benefits administration.
• Knowledge of U.S. benefits compliance requirements and operational controls.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and service delivery.
• Exposure to acquisitions, integrations, or large‑scale HR projects.
• Experience with ADP, Businessolver, Fidelity or similar HR technology platforms.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Benefits Administration & Operations
• HR Systems & Data Management
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Data Analytics & Reporting
• Process Improvement & Automation
• Customer Service Excellence
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Project Management
• Attention to Detail
• Continuous Learning & Adaptability

Compensation

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: Market

Salary Maximum: Market

Incentive: Market

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions servinga diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual,Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEKisa component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.