Benefits Design Specialist 1

Position Purpose

Supports end-to-end delivery of assigned benefit programs, including design, implementation, communication, administration, and compliance. Works closely with senior team members and leadership to coordinate daily operations, conduct analysis, develop materials, and help deliver impactful, competitive and valued benefits.

Position Responsibilities

• Supports the design, evaluation, implementation, communication, and ongoing administration of assigned benefit programs under the guidance of senior team members and the manager.
• Assists with research, benchmarking, issue tracking, documentation, employee communications, presentations, and the development of recommendations and supporting materials.
• Helps coordinate project activities and supports the implementation of plan or vendor changes.
• Also supports the day-to-day operations and continuous improvement of health, wellbeing, and employee engagement programs, including content updates, event coordination, and other activities that strengthen program awareness, participation, and utilization across the enterprise.

Compliance and Governance Support

• Assists with data gathering, documentation, audits, required notices, contract review support, and coordination of compliance-related activities associated with employee benefit plans and programs.
• Maintains files, tracks action items, monitors issues, and escalates complex legal, regulatory, or operational matters to senior team members or the manager.

Analysis, Reporting, and Vendor Coordination

• Assists with cost and utilization analysis, metrics reporting, vendor issue tracking, meeting preparation, and follow-up on service or implementation items.
• Supports annual review activities, data validation, open enrollment readiness, and cross-functional coordination with internal partners, consultants, carriers, and vendors.

Direction of Others

Provides coordination and day-to-day support to vendors, employees, contractors, and cross-functional partners as requested, but does not directly supervise employees.

Minimum Qualification, Skill and/or Competency Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field with at least 3 years of experience in benefits, wellbeing, total rewards, and/or related HR program support.
• Working knowledge of employee benefit plans, wellbeing programs, employee engagement resources, or vendor-supported HR programs.
• Ability to gather, organize, analyze, and present information to support management decision-making and project execution.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for reporting, tracking, documentation, and presentations.
• Strong project management, organization, and follow-through skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal partners, employees, consultants, and vendors.
• Able to clearly and confidently present benefits and wellbeing materials to employee groups.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, support implementation activities, and appropriately escalate complex issues.
• Professional certification such as CEBS, PHR, SHRM-CP, or related coursework is preferred but not required.

Culture and Benefits

• 401(k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

Pay Range

$69,840.00 - $104,760.00

Culture and Benefits

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well-being, growth, and future.

EEOC Employer

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.