Benefits Analyst (Leave Administration)

Troweprice; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

T. Rowe Price is seeking a Benefits Analyst (Leave Administration) to serve as the primary operational contact for leave and benefits programs across the U.S. and Canada.

You will manage day-to-day leave administration, provide benefits analysis, and partner with associates, internal stakeholders, and vendors to ensure a compliant, positive associate experience. The role supports initiatives such as implementing a new third-party leave administrator, Maryland Paid Family Leave readiness, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education plus 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Preferred: 4+ years in benefits or leave administration in a large corporate environment
• Knowledge of health and welfare plans, leave programs, and vendor-supported services
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local leave and disability requirements (FMLA, ADA, workers' comp, etc.) and staying current on regulatory changes
• Ability to analyze complex leave issues and develop workable solutions with minimal operational risk

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors activities for a variety of HR programs and conducts analyses to inform program improvements
• Conducts analyses to predict effectiveness of programs in achieving desired results
• Implements and executes effective frameworks for HR projects such as succession planning and talent management
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support leave and benefits administration

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Leave administration knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

At T. Rowe Price, we identify and actively invest in opportunities to help people thrive in an evolving world. As a premier global asset management organization with more than 85 years of experience, we provide investment solutions and a broad range of equity, fixed income, and multi-asset capabilities to individuals, advisors, institutions, and retirement plan sponsors. We take an active, independent approach to investing, offering our dynamic perspective and meaningful partnership so our clients can feel more confident.

We believe doing the right thing for our clients and our associates is good business . With a career at the firm, y ou can expect opportunities to create real impact at work and in your community. Y ou'll enjoy resources to support your career path, a s well as compensation , benefits , and flexibility to enrich your life. Here, you'll find a collaborative culture that respect s and valu e s differences and colleagues who share a spirit of generosity .

Join us for the opportunity to g row and make a difference in ways that matter to you .

About the Team

The Global HR Shared Services and Payroll team, a division of the HR Enablement Team, is a centralized hub of HR administration and operational functions supported by a multi-tiered service delivery model. The team manages the myHR portal which serves as a self-service associate platform for HR information such as benefits, payroll, HR policies, other HR programs, and questions. The group is responsible for operational excellence results that improve the associates' experience and efficiency while enabling the HR department to focus on advancing the firm's strategic initiatives.

Role Summary

The successful candidate will be a service-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, effectively managing competing priorities, multiple deadlines, and evolving business needs. As a member of our Tier 2 Benefits Services team, you will play a key role in shaping the leave experience for associates across the U.S. and Canada.

This role serves as the primary operational contact for leave administration, providing benefits analysis, overseeing day-to-day program administration, resolving moderately complex issues, and ensuring a consistent, compliant, and positive associate experience. Working within established guidelines, you will partner with associates, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to support effective leave and benefits administration.

The Benefits Analyst (Leave Administration) will contribute to several high-impact initiatives, including implementation of a new third-party leave administrator, Maryland Paid Family Leave readiness, and contribute to the Global Leave Hub, a centralized resource for consistent leave information and processes across regions. The role also supports global benefits projects, analytics, communications, technology enhancements, and process improvements that drive operational excellence and service delivery.

Success in this role requires strong judgment, adaptability, accountability, and collaboration. You will work closely with partners across Human Resources, Associate Relations, Payroll, and external service providers, requiring clear, timely, and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors activities for a variety of human resource programs. With some guidance, performs a variety of historical analyses to inform program development and improvements.
• Conducts analyses to predict effectiveness of programs in achieving desired results.
• Implements and executes effective framework for various human resource projects such as succession planning, talent management, coaching, and team structure.
• In collaboration with peers, working knowledge of tactical and theoretical concepts to develop effective advisory solutions in support of business unit or human resource initiatives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience;
• AND 2+ years of total relevant work experience

Preferred:

• At least four years of experience in benefits or leave administration, preferably within a large corporate environment, with demonstrated knowledge of health and welfare plans, leave programs, and vendor-supported benefit services
• Advanced knowledge of leave administration operations and employee benefit programs, including health and welfare benefits, workers' compensation, leaves of absence, employee assistance, and retirement programs
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local leave and disability requirements, including FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, and multistate paid leave programs, with a commitment to staying current on regulatory policy changes
• Ability to analyze complex leave issues, appeals, associate claims, and administrative concerns; develop workable solutions; and make sound recommendations that minimize operational and compliance risk
• Experience performing