International Benefits Analyst

Skadden, Arps...LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Year-end discretionary bonuses

401(k)

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP seeks an International Benefits Analyst in New York (hybrid). You will implement, configure, and maintain Workday for international benefits, audit data, and ensure regulatory compliance across countries.

You will liaise with Benefits, Payroll, and IT teams and support system upgrades. Responsibilities include designing features, troubleshooting issues, and delivering accurate reports while upholding data privacy standards and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Experience with global benefits HRIS implementations and data audits.
• Knowledge of international benefits standards and data privacy laws.
• Strong project management skills for cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with good planning.
• Effective written and verbal communication in cross-border teams.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-country benefits implementations ensuring local compliance.
• Design, test, deploy, and troubleshoot new benefits features and reports.
• Collaborate with Benefits, Payroll, People Team and vendors for integration.
• Maintain data quality and timely updates of benefits configurations.
• Provide system expertise and mitigate risks with contingency planning.
• Perform Workday analysis and advise on system improvements.

Skills

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

HRIS experience

Workday

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday HRIS

Job description

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.

About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an International Benefits Analyst to join our Firm. This position will be based in our NY office (hybrid). This role is responsible for the implementation, configuration, enhancement and maintenance of Workday for international benefits. The person in this role will troubleshoot system issues, perform data audits, implement system upgrades, create reports, and ensure system compliance with local statutory requirements across multiple countries. This role will act as the liaison between Benefits, Payroll, People Team and system vendors to maximize system efficiency. This role is hybrid and will be based in New York.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for multi-country benefits implementations and enhancements, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements.
• Designs, tests, deploys, and troubleshoots new benefits system features, standards, procedures, calculated fields, and reports, with particular focus on international offices.
• Responsible for troubleshooting benefits system issues for multi-country operations.
• Collaborates across teams to ensure seamless and efficient benefits processing.
• Maintains data quality and timely updates of international benefits configurations.
• Provides system expertise and mitigates risks by developing effective contingency plans and escalating issues appropriately; prepares project schedules and ensures all requirements are addressed throughout enhancements and process re‑engineering initiatives.
• Performs Workday system analysis and consults with Technology team members and other stakeholders to offer solutions.
• Instrumental in the design, implementation, and support of new benefits functionality, particularly around internal and external integrations for international offices.
• Provides functional support to the technical team on systems development initiatives and resolves reported production issues and defects.
• Provides expertise in developing design options and collaborating with functional areas such as HCM, IT, and Payroll, as well as informing future product direction.
• Audits benefits processes and data to ensure accuracy and compliance with local statutory requirements, on an as‑needed basis.
• Recommends system enhancements to streamline processes and create efficiencies.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Regular and reliable physical presence to work as part of a team.
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
• Knowledge of international benefits standards and regulatory requirements, including data privacy laws.
• Demonstrates strong project management skills for cross-functional initiatives.
• Demonstrates excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational planning, and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates close attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment.
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.
• Education and Experience Required: Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of benefits HRIS experience in a global professional services industry.
• Minimum of 3 years of Workday benefits HRIS experience including benefits configurations experience required.

Culture & Life at Skadden

What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of talent only make us better and is vital to the firm’s success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well‑being of our attorneys and business services professionals.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and year‑end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In‑classroom, remote, and on‑demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well‑being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

Salary Details

$110,000 - $125,000

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

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