About Role

Join Robert Half as a Senior Benefits Analyst in New Brighton, Minnesota, and become a pivotal player in managing comprehensive benefits operations for a large, multi-state workforce. This contract-to-permanent position in the dynamic service industry offers exceptional long-term career growth, allowing you to drive strategic benefits initiatives that support organizational objectives. As a Senior Benefits Analyst, you'll leverage your expertise in benefits administration, vendor management, and compliance to ensure seamless operations, from Annual Enrollment to M&A due diligence. Robert Half, a leader in staffing and recruitment, provides the perfect platform to advance your HR career while working with cutting-edge benefits platforms and cross-functional teams. If you're passionate about optimizing employee benefits, resolving complex issues, and contributing to business success, this role is your next step.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve high-impact tasks that demand precision and strategic thinking. Ensure the accuracy of eligibility and deduction processes across multiple benefits administration platforms, swiftly addressing file feed issues through rigorous root cause analysis. You'll generate, reconcile, and analyze critical audits, reports, and dashboards covering eligibility, billing, grievances, and key organizational metrics, providing actionable insights for leadership.

Play a central role in Annual Enrollment by collaborating on planning, preparing materials, and executing flawlessly. Support configuration and validation tasks alongside the Benefits Manager to guarantee success. Manage vital vendor relationships for health and wellness programs, meticulously tracking service level agreements (SLAs) and enforcing compliance with plan governance standards. Coordinate contract reviews, maintain organized repositories for assigned vendors, and align everything with legal and business requirements.

Tackle complex invoice reconciliation processes, handling credits, adjustments, and financial variance analysis in partnership with the finance team. Lead benefits-related due diligence for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), encompassing data collection, plan comparisons, and sophisticated cost modeling. Develop and execute change communication strategies during acquisitions, while monitoring post-close stabilization metrics to ensure smooth transitions. Finally, address escalated team member issues related to enrollment, coverage, claims, and leaves with empathy and expertise, while mentoring entry-level analysts on best practices.

Required Qualifications

To excel as our Senior Benefits Analyst, you need proven experience in benefits operations, ideally with a multi-state workforce. Proficiency in benefits administration platforms is essential, coupled with strong analytical skills for audits, reporting, and financial reconciliation. Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships, track SLAs, and ensure regulatory compliance is critical. Experience with Annual Enrollment—from planning and configuration to execution—is a must.

You should bring expertise in M&A benefits due diligence, including data analysis and cost modeling, along with skills in crafting change management communications. Excellent problem-solving for escalated employee issues, combined with mentoring capabilities, will set you apart. A bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field, plus 5+ years in benefits analysis, is preferred. Certifications like CEBS or PHR are advantageous. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a keen eye for detail, apply now for this rewarding Robert Half opportunity in New Brighton, MN.

Why Join Us

At Robert Half, we offer more than a job—we provide a career-launching platform in the heart of New Brighton, Minnesota. This contract-to-permanent role promises stability and growth in a vibrant service industry setting. Enjoy competitive compensation estimated at $85,000-$110,000 annually, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on high-profile projects like M&A integrations. Benefit from Robert Half's renowned training, networking, and professional development resources. Contribute to a large organization's success while advancing your expertise in benefits strategy, compliance, and operations. Join a collaborative team that values innovation, precision, and employee well-being. Search no further for Senior Benefits Analyst jobs in Minnesota—apply today and elevate your HR career with Robert Half!

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