Benefits Analyst - Health & Welfare

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Benefits Analyst to join our Human Resources/Benefits team in Newport Beach, CA, focusing on Health & Welfare (H&W) operations. This role will specifically oversee annual enrollment and vendor management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits administration and possess strong analytical and organizational skills. This role will be hybrid with two days a week required in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee operational tasks pertaining to health and welfare benefits, serving as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert on medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, voluntary benefits, and wellness programs.

• Manage H&W vendor relationships with carriers, to achieve optimal employee experience.

• Drive annual enrollment, overseeing setup, testing, and integrations.

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Sr. Benefits Analysts, HR partners, Finance, Communications, and Legal, to optimize Benefits.

• Develop reports/dashboards and metrics to effectively monitor and manage benefits enrollment, to ultimately roll up to the Benefits Plan Committee.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including ACA, HIPAA, and ERISA.

• Oversee reconciliations for various suspense accounts, including Legal, HSA, and LTD.

• Collaborate with HRIS, Payroll and IT teams to oversee integrations of benefits data between Workday and external vendors, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and resolving any related issues.

• Provide timely and accurate support to address employee inquiries related to health and welfare benefits, demonstrating strong system aptitude to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

• Lead projects related to benefits operational delivery.

• Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and legislative changes affecting health and welfare benefits.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration.

• Background in administering annual enrollment processes.

• Strong understanding of health and welfare benefits regulations and compliance requirements.

• Proficiency in benefits systems and MS Office Suite, with strong Excel skills.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, analyze trends, and make recommendations.

• Organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$80,730.00 - $98,670.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.