Sr. Benefits Specialist

Teleflex; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Teleflex is seeking a Total Rewards professional to administer US/Canada health, welfare, and retirement programs. You will work with vendors, HR partners, and finance to ensure accurate enrollments, contributions, and reporting across our benefits portfolio.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5–7 years in benefits administration, including 401(k) governance and regulatory compliance. M&A experience is a plus, and CEBS is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in the administration of employee benefits, including health & welfare, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
• Experience in vendor management, HRIS, and benefit administration systems.
• M&A experience is a plus.
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administers U.S. and Canadian health & welfare benefits. Coordinates day to day with vendors and internal partners to ensure accurate enrollments, coverage, payroll contributions, and data integrations.
• Leads and participates in various projects, such as open enrollment, 401(k) audits, and annual renewals.
• Administers the 401(k) plan, working closely with our recordkeeper to provide timely and accurate processing of contributions, funding, and loans. Coordinates audits, compliance filings (e.g., Form 5500), and ongoing plan maintenance.
• Manages the health and welfare and retirement vendors to ensure they provide excellent service to employees and the benefit department.
• Processes benefit programs billings/invoices. Ensures timely and accurate payment, along with reporting and tracking expenses in partnership with finance. Works closely with Finance on budget tracking.
• Coordinates the day-to-day administration of leave of absence programs. Includes partnering with payroll and the vendor for accurate pay during a leave of absence, promoting easy-to-understand employee communications, and supporting HR with claim issues, as necessary.
• Provides communications to internal human resource partners and employees.
• Monitors and ensures all regulatory filings and notifications are timely, and programs are compliant with federal and state laws, including various state leave programs and other benefit-related regulations.
• Requests, analyzes, and prepares data reports from appropriate internal/external resources to support cost management and program effectiveness, assisting with benefit planning/compliance/development.

Skills

Benefits admin

Vendor mgmt

HRIS

Excel

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred

5-7 years benefits administration experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.

Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.

At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.

Global Functions – The Corporate division is the central operating unit of the company; setting strategy and policy and providing business development, finance, human resources, information technology, investor relations and legal support to the businesses. The global Company headquarters is located just outside of Philadelphia in Wayne, PA. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients’ lives.

Position Summary

This key member of the Total Rewards team works closely with the Global Benefits, HR Operations, and Compliance teams and is responsible for the day-to-day administration, compliance, and support of our employee health & welfare and retirement programs across theU.S. and Canada. This role ensures programs are communicated effectively and delivered accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

• Commitment to Goals –Demonstrating a strong commitment to goals is essential for both individual and team success. This means taking clear ownership, maintaining focus on priorities, and consistently delivering high-quality results. Proactive time management, seeking support when appropriate, and overcoming obstacles are necessary to meet expectations. Aligning individual efforts with team and organizational objectives is critical to driving measurable outcomes.

• Continuous Improvement - Continuous improvement involves actively identifying ways to enhance performance, skills, and contributions. Staying open to feedback, adapting to change, and applying lessons learned are required. Individual contributors are expected to seek growth opportunities and implement improvements that provide tangible value to the team and organization.

• Culture and Values – Upholding our culture and values is fundamental to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and ethical work environment. Individual contributors are accountable for their actions, demonstrate respect and integrity, and consistently model behaviors that align with organizational values. Supporting an inclusive team culture and the broader organizational mission strengthens our workplace and sets a positive standard.

• Administers U.S. and Canadian health & welfare benefits. Coordinates day to day with vendors and internal partners to ensure accurate enrollments, coverage, payroll contributions, and data integrations.
• Leads and participates in various projects, such as open enrollment, 401(k) audits, and annual renewals.
• Administers the 401(k) plan, working closely with our recordkeeper to provide timely and accurate processing of contributions, funding, and loans. Coordinates audits, compliance filings (e.g., Form 5500), and ongoing plan maintenance.
• Manages the health and welfare and retirement vendors to ensure they provide excellent service to employees and the benefit department.
• Processes benefit programs billings/invoices. Ensures timely and accurate payment, along with reporting and tracking expenses in partnership with finance. Works closely with Finance on budget tracking.
• Coordinates the day-to-day administration of leave of absence programs. Includes partnering with payroll and the vendor for accurate pay during a leave of absence, promoting easy-to-understand employee communications, and supporting HR with claim issues, as necessary.
• Provides communications to internal human resource partners and employees.
• Monitors and ensures all regulatory filings and notifications are timely, and programs are compliant with federal and state laws, including various state leave programs and other benefit-related regulations.
• Requests, analyzes, and prepares data reports from appropriate internal/external resources to support cost management and program effectiveness, assisting with benefit planning/compliance/development.
• Develops, improves, and documents processes and tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Provides support with M&A activities.
• Serves as a knowledgeable resource for plan participants and internal partners.
• Adheres to and is compliant with the Teleflex Code of Ethics, all company policies, rules, and procedures.
• Completes other duties and tasks assigned.

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Education / Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in the administration of employee benefits, including health & welfare, retirement, and voluntary benefits
• Experience in vendor management, HRIS, and benefit administration systems
• M&A experience
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) a plus

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

• Action-oriented and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrates proactive ownership of tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of federal and state regulations impacting employee benefits administration
• Excellent communication skills
• Microsoft Office, especially Excel skills
• Must be a team player.

At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.

Teleflex Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. If you require accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at: 877-880-8588 or [e-mail].