Global Benefits Analyst

Aon; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer contributions

Employee stock purchase plan

12 paid holidays per year

15 days paid vacation per year

Health, dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Aon is seeking a Global Benefits Analyst/Consultant for a hybrid role in Chicago. You will support client projects, coordinate with stakeholders, and help deliver reports, data analyses and plan calculations. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

The role emphasizes project management, client service and cross-team collaboration, with opportunities to mentor junior staff, contribute to business development and participate in special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• Strong project management and analytical ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Support new client implementations by maintaining project trackers and coordinating with global and local stakeholders.
• Finalize reporting and materials for global benefits projects.
• Conduct meetings, take notes, monitor deliverables and accountabilities per project scope.
• Identify additional potential work and any out-of-scope services requested by clients.
• Partner with team members to finalize projects and monitor time spend and budget.
• Provide analyses and recommendations based on conducted work.

Skills

HR consulting

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Client service

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

AON is looking for a Global Benefits Analyst/Consultant - Hybrid in Chicago

Your Impact as a Global Benefits Analyst

• Support client projects with limited direction through completion and within established time frames and financial parameters to attain overall client deliverables.
• Communicate with external parties via phone and email such as HR contacts, plan sponsors, auditors, plan participants, etc. to resolve issues, research and respond to routine inquiries, gather and prepare data. Projects include production of periodic allocation reports, data analysis, plan calculations, peer review, etc
• Attend client meetings and present results as an integral part of a collaborative client service team.
• Achieve specified client servicing deliverables and goals identified each year, based on experience and technical This may include, billable hours, utilization goals, etc.
• Train, mentor and review less experienced staff; work product for reasonableness and accuracy to validate data and results.
• You may also assist with development and informal supervision of more junior staff by ensuring that client deliverables are met
• Participating in training opportunities to remain current with the regulatory environment
• Develop technical proficiencies to discuss technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Additional opportunities to participate on special project teams may also be identified as part of a more personalized career development plan.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support new client implementations by maintaining project trackers for client calls, partnering with global and local stakeholders, and ensuring all milestones in the implementation project plan are completed
• Finalize reporting and materials for global benefits projects.
• Conduct meetings and take notes, monitor and execute deliverables and accountabilities based on project scope and statement of work.
• Identify additional potential work and any out-of-scope services requested by clients.
• Partner as appropriate with other team members to finalize projects and monitor time spend and project budget.
• Make analytical projects and conclusions/recommendations for work conducted.
• Support senior members of the group in developing business opportunities through the introduction of additional services for existing clients.
• Conduct studies, make intermediate or final recommendations.
• Resolve client issues at appropriate levels and inform relationship manager and other team members of pertinent issues.

Preferred Experience:

• Priority will be given to candidates with a minimum of 2 years of direct experience in an HR consulting firm or professional services firm. In addition, international or non-US benefits consulting experience is strongly desired. We also value demonstrated consultative skills to effectively work in a cohesive team environment as well as the ability to communicate with a variety of internal and external parties.
• Experience managing complex, clientfacing projects involving multiple internal stakeholders and external partners, leading delivery from initiation through completion using project management tools

Education:

• 1-6 years or more of direct experience in an HR consulting firm or professional services firm preferred. In addition, international or non-US benefits consulting experience is strongly desired. We also value demonstrated consultative skills to effectively work in a cohesive team environment as well as the ability to communicate with a variety of internal and external parties.
• Strong project management and strong analytical ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to handle multiple projects in as fast-paced and time-sensitive environment.
• Working knowledge of employee benefits.
• Client facing, PM skills, Excel, Benefits Administration, Business Development, Change Management, Consulting, Customer Engagement

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at [e-mail] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Pay Transparency Laws:

The salary range for this position intended for U.S. applicants is $75K to $95K annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of [State/Region]. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

A summary of all the benefits offered for this position:

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts,employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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