Global Benefits Co Op

Wellington Management; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellington Management is seeking a Global Benefits Co-op to participate in all aspects of employee benefits administration for about 3,000 staff worldwide. You will touch healthcare, retirement, and work/life programs, while gaining hands-on experience in plan administration from a global perspective.

The role focuses on data analysis, confidentiality, and using HRIS tools like Workday; strong Excel skills and professional communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and analytical; able to work with confidential information.
• Mature, professional, and able to communicate clearly.
• Cross-training across HR functions and flexible in approach.
• Only Northeastern University students are eligible for this program.

Responsibilities

• Audit benefits plans, data validation and reporting for US plans; assist with US and international benefits administration and projects; manage reimbursement processes and inquiries.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Flexible

Excel

Workday

Education

Northeastern University student

Tools

Workday

Excel

Job description

About Us

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long‑term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

About The Role

Tracing our roots to 1928, Wellington Management Company, LLP (WMC) is one of the world’s largest independent investment management firms. With over $1 trillion in assets under management, we serve as a trusted adviser to institutional clients and mutual fund sponsors in over 60 countries. Our innovative investment solutions are built on the strength of proprietary, independent research and span nearly all segments of the global capital markets, including equity, fixed income, multi‑asset, and alternative strategies. As a private partnership whose sole business is investment management, our long‑term views and interests are aligned with those of our clients. We are committed to attracting a talented and diverse workforce, and to fostering an open, collaborative culture of inclusivity because we believe multiple perspectives lead to more informed investment and business decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, fresh ideas, and specialized subject‑matter expertise.

THE POSITION

The Global Benefits Co‑op will be involved in all aspects of the benefits at Wellington Management. The Global Benefits team is responsible for the administration of all benefits for approximately 3,000 employees worldwide. Benefits include healthcare, dental, retirement plans, work/life programs, professional development, deferred compensation plans, and insurance. The position aligns with well with students interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources.

The Global Benefits Co‑op position offers an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of a comprehensive benefit plan offering from a global perspective. The individual filling this role will be the first point of contact to the firm’s staff and will be heavily involved with plan administration. The role requires an individual who is detail‑oriented, analytical, and flexible.

The candidate will be working in an area that demands a high level of confidentiality and discretion. Maturity in manner and professional appearance are therefore prerequisites for this individual.

The individual in this role will depart the Co‑op position with an understanding of global benefits, an ability to navigate a Human Resources Information System (Workday), increased proficiency in the use of Excel and increased aptitude for demonstrating such competencies as time‑management, analysis, and communication.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Co‑op will conduct plan audits, data validation, analysis and reporting on the US based plans; assist with US and international benefit plan administration and projects; manage the reimbursement process for professional development plans; and be the first point of contact for general benefit inquiries. Additionally, the Co‑op will assist in the all vendor invoicing, open enrollment, preparation of Committee materials, quarterly statistics, reimbursement programs, audit work, and ad hoc projects.

Special Projects

• The Co‑op will be responsible for managing projects on an ad‑hoc basis as they arise

Please note:

This co‑op position entails cross‑training to ensure optimal performance across functions. The anticipated start date for accepted candidates is December 2026/January 2027.

Only Northeastern University students are eligible for this program.

We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at [e-mail].

Base Salary Range For This Position Is:
$19-$35 per hour

We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.