Benefits Analyst

Apollo Management Holdings, L.P.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo is seeking a Benefits Analyst to support the administration and continuous improvement of our benefits programs across the globe. You will partner with the TR Lead for EMEA and APAC, the Benefits Director, HC colleagues, and external vendors to ensure compliant, employee-focused offerings under our High Performance Wellbeing strategy.

You will handle onboarding, COBRA, 401(k) administration, Open Enrollment, and benefits communications, while leveraging data to optimize processes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of benefits experience; exposure to international benefits is a plus.
• Knowledge of federal and state benefit regulations (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA).
• Strong computer proficiency, especially in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Workday preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with ability to work in a team or independently.
• High degree of professionalism; ability to handle confidential material.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and administration of global health, retirement, wellness, and leave programs.
• Conduct new hire onboarding.
• Manage new vendor onboarding process and COBRA administration.
• Coordinate wellness initiatives and corporate discounts.
• Assist with Open Enrollment activities and post-enrollment audits.
• Maintain utilization statistics and provide quarterly updates.
• Serve as primary contact for employee benefit inquiries globally.
• Collaborate with vendors and brokers on service issues and implementations.
• Support ACA reporting and 401(k) plan administration and audits.
• Contribute to benefits communications and employee education materials.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and leverage AI tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Workday

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Benefits Analyst to support the administration and continuous improvement of our benefits programs. This role partners closely with the TR Lead for EMEA and APAC, the Benefits Director, HC colleagues, and external vendors to deliver accurate, compliant, and employee-focused benefits that support our High Performance Wellbeing strategy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operations and administration of global health, retirement, wellness, and leave programs
• Conduct new hire onboarding
• Manage new vendor onboarding process
• COBRA administration
• Coordinate Apollo’s wellness initiatives such as health fairs, mental health awareness month programming and on-site weekly wellness initiatives in the U.S.
• Manage Corporate Discount Programs including but not limited to gym memberships, discounts, etc.
• Manage updating the internal website with all relevant benefit updates or new offerings
• Assist with end-to-end Open Enrollment activities, including testing, communications, and post-enrollment audits
• Maintain utilization statistics for all offerings and prepare updates on a quarterly basis
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries globally, escalating complex matters as appropriate
• Partner with vendors and brokers on service issues, implementations, and ongoing account management
• Support compliance activities, including ACA reporting
• Assist with 401(k) plan administration and annual audit
• Contribute to benefits communications and employee education materials
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and leverage AI tools and digital solutions to improve the employee experience
• Process monthly insurance carrier invoices; review/audit invoices for accuracy before coding for payment

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field
• 2 plus years of benefits experience; exposure to or familiarity with international benefits a plus
• Knowledge of federal and state benefit regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and FMLA
• Strong computer proficiency, especially in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Workday preferred
• Exceptional analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with strong attention to detail
• A self-starter, with proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• High degree of professionalism; ability to deal sensitively with confidential material

ABOUT APOLLO

Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade credit to private equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes. As of March 31, 2026, Apollo had approximately $1.03 trillion of assets under management. To learn more, please visit www.apollo.com.

OUR PURPOSE AND CORE VALUES

We are building something rare: a firm where extraordinary people can do the best work of their careers — and build whole careers here. We play to win, we operate with no walls, and we are uncompromising about what we expect from one another. This is a place where the best idea wins, every voice is expected to be heard, and we can count on each other in the moments that matter. That is what it means to be One Apollo. We ask “what if” to create what is, because yesterday’s strategies may not solve tomorrow’s challenges. The answer? Rigorous thinking and innovative solutions for an ever‑changing world. Our clients rely on our investment acumen to help secure their future. We must never lose our focus and determination to be the best investors and most trusted partners on their behalf. We strive to be: The leading provider of retirement income solutions to institutions, companies, and individuals. The leading provider of capital solutions to companies. Our breadth and scale enable us to deliver capital for even the largest projects — and our small firm mindset ensures we will be a thoughtful and dedicated partner to these organizations. We are committed to helping them build stronger businesses. A leading contributor to addressing some of the biggest issues facing the world today — such as energy transition, accelerating the adoption of new technologies, and social impact — where innovative approaches to investing can make a positive difference. As principal investors, we invest alongside our clients, combining disciplined underwriting with our integrated platform to deliver solutions across market cycles. We have built a leading alternative asset management and retirement services platform by staying true to our core principles of: Clean Sheet Thinking No Walls Flat and Informal Principal Mindset Right Over Easy Life’s Work As One Apollo team, we believe that doing great work and having fun go hand in hand, and we are proud of what we can achieve together.

OUR BENEFITS

Apollo is committed to providing innovative and competitive benefits that support the wellbeing of our employees and their families around the globe.

The base salary range for this position is : $85,000 - $105,000

This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.

Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity. The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered.

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Come to Apollo and join a community of extraordinary people who are committed to a culture of excellence and collaboration in everything that we do. We invest in our people for the long term and are committed to supporting their development at every stage of their career.