Benefits Advisor

Jan 19

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior & Expert Level
Customer Relations
People, HR & Administration
Spring

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field (or equivalent years of experience)
7-10 years of vendor management experience, preferably with third-party benefits administrators
7-10 years supporting employee requests and escalations related to benefits
Experience with mergers and acquisitions, payroll administration, and ERISA plan compliance work strong preferred
Experience with Canadian benefits preferred
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and project management skills - organized and thorough, capable of moving quickly, serving as an active contributor and/or leader on several projects at the same time
Experience managing budgetary resources - understanding annual spend, performance guarantees, service level metrics, contracting, and monitoring work ongoing to identify potential risks and savings
Strong written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills, including ability to establish credibility and trust with internal partners and external vendors and handle difficult situations with diplomacy and professionalism
Ability to think analytically and resourcefully to quickly identify potential problems and areas of improvement and identify and implement solutions
Comfortable and effective working independently within a geographically dispersed team
Strong computer skills, including data entry, data processing, communication tools and payroll systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, experience with SharePoint and Copilot preferred

Responsibilities

Advise employees, employee's family members, managers and HR Professionals on programs and processes related to benefits and time away
Work closely with our benefits team, vendors, business units, internal IT and payroll groups to effectively and accurately provide high quality benefits programs to employees - measure their performance and look for opportunities to improve overall vendor effectiveness, continuously review existing processes with a goal towards improved efficiency and accuracy
Assist with the annual enrollment project deliverables, including systems review and testing, employee questions, etc.
Utilize Workday and other databases to produce detailed analyses and reports around plan data, employee participation, eligibility criteria and other metrics
Monitor compliance and legislative tasks and changes, ensuring necessary filings and reporting are completed accurately and timely, identify and apply needed policy updates, partner with internal council and external consultants
Other duties as assigned

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Benefits Advisor?

The primary role of the Benefits Advisor is to work with employees, their family members, managers, and HR professionals to manage benefits programs and processes, ensuring compliance, implementing high-quality programs, and assisting with annual enrollment projects.

What are the education requirements for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field (or equivalent years of experience) is required for this position.

How many years of experience is needed for the Benefits Advisor role?

The position requires 7-10 years of vendor management experience, preferably with third-party benefits administrators, and 7-10 years supporting employee requests and escalations related to benefits.

Is experience with Canadian benefits required?

Experience with Canadian benefits is preferred but not explicitly stated as required.

What skills are necessary for the Benefits Advisor role?

Necessary skills include attention to detail, strong organizational and project management abilities, budget management experience, excellent communication skills, analytical thinking, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with Workday and other databases.

What are the key responsibilities of the Benefits Advisor?

Key responsibilities include advising employees on benefits programs, collaborating with the benefits team and vendors, assisting with annual enrollment projects, producing reports using Workday, monitoring compliance with legislative requirements, and performing other assigned duties.

What is the salary range for the Benefits Advisor position?

The base pay range for this role is $97,800 to $139,000 annually, with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity for US candidates.

What benefits are offered to the Benefits Advisor?

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance programs, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and generous time off policies including paid parental leave, paid holidays, and flexible paid vacation and sick leave.

Are there opportunities for bonuses or equity for this position?

Yes, there are opportunities for pay in the form of bonuses and/or equity for US candidates.

Is there a focus on continuous improvement in this role?

Yes, the Benefits Advisor will continuously review existing processes and seek to improve overall vendor effectiveness and efficiency.

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Mission & Purpose

Our vision is to create a world where innovation drives extraordinary contributions to humanity. This vision guides everything we do, how we do it, and why we do it. Our technology – a product and service portfolio of personal systems, printers, and 3D printing solutions – was created to inspire our vision and we are doing everything in our power across climate action, human rights, and digital equity to make it so. We believe thoughtful ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time. And all it takes is one to change the world.