Benefits Analyst

Blue Cross NC; North Carolina; Híbrido; USD 61.000 - 97.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave and adoption support

Tuition reimbursement

401k match

Descripción de la vacante

Blue Cross NC is seeking a Benefits Analyst to support benefits plans, wellness programs, and data analysis. You’ll administer plans, prepare communications, and help evaluate contracts.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, customer service, and collaboration across HR, vendors, and management. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of related experience are preferred; Workday and related systems are a plus.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree is required or preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in benefits or related field.
• Experience with employer benefits, communications, and data analysis.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and maintain confidentiality.

Responsabilidades

• Administer employee benefit plans and health/wellness programs.
• Develop and present employee communications and new hire materials.
• Assist with plan development, costs, compliance, and bidding of benefits.
• Conduct benchmarking and research market trends; estimate impacts.
• Evaluate proposed benefit contracts and their provisions.

Conocimientos

Excel data analysis

Consultative approach

Communication

Vendor management

Educación

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree

Herramientas

Workday

Salesforce

ServiceNow

Descripción del empleo

Job Description Provides benefits administration and analytical support for company’s benefits plans and/or employee health services programs. Participates in plan design, cost analysis, and program management for benefit plans (health, welfare, and retirement) as well as wellness initiatives. Candidates residing within a 60-mile radius of our Durham, NC campus are strongly preferred.

What You’ll Do

• Administer employee benefit plans, and/or workplace health and safety programs.
• Develop and present communications to employees including plan and program materials, new hire orientations, and one-on-one consultations.
• Assist with the management and development of benefit plans by examining, evaluating, and optimizing employee understanding, acceptance, and interests, costs, regulatory requirements, and competitive advantage.
• Include benchmarking design and best practices; researching market and industry trends; tracking legislation and estimating impacts.
• Assist with the evaluation of proposed employee benefit contracts by studying provisions and estimating impact.
• Maintain current knowledge of the company’s benefits policies while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and discretion and exceptional customer service to customers, both internal and external.
• Supports management planning and audit controls by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing existing plan and program data and trends.
• Assist with bi-weekly, monthly and annual data transfers to/from HR system and vendors.
• Coordinate special projects, such as data clean-up, system upgrades, vendor changes, and data analysis.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required) 3+ years of experience in related field.
• In lieu of degree, 5+ years of experience in related field.
• Experience with benefits from an employer perspective.
• Proven consultative approach and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Working knowledge of Workday and case management systems are a big asset (Salesforce, ServiceNow).
• Vendor and/or program management (401(k), self-funded medical plans, etc.) exposure directly within benefits or HR.
• Strong Excel data analysis skills.
• At this time, Blue Cross NC will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

What You’ll Get

• The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community.
• Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs.
• Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• 401k match including an annual company contribution.

Where You’ll Work

Our Hybrid Flex approach is built on presence with a purpose, giving you flexibility to work remotely with intentional in-person connection, that supports a workplace that’s flexible, connected, and future focused. In a Hybrid-Flex role, you’ll work in the office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection. In a Remote Flex role, you’ll work virtually, with a few in-office visits each year for meaningful moments that matter. Whether your role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any states listed on this job posting. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Salary Range

At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs. *Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.

$60,907.00 - $97,452.00

About Us

Its an exciting time to work at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC). Health care is changing, and we’re leading the way. We offer more than health insurance our customers can count on. We’re committed to better health and better health care - in our communities and beyond. Our employees bring energy and creativity to the workplace, and it shows in our innovative approach to improving the health and well-being of North Carolinians. Blue Cross NC is a fully taxed, not-for-profit company headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. We serve more than 4.3 million members, and we employ more than 5,000 people across the country who are passionate about making health care better for all. Help us lead the charge for better health care by joining our award-winning team. Discover tremendous opportunities with us to do challenging and rewarding work. Opportunities that can lead you to a fulfilling career, work that can help others lead healthier, happier lives.

Authorization to Work in the United States

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Request Accommodations

Blue Cross NC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, hiring process, or have technical issues that prevent you from completing your application please notify HR at [e-mail].

Blue Cross NC is a Hybrid Flex company. Whether the role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any of our approved states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.