Employee Benefits Analyst

About the role

We support one another to help each other grow and ensure we succeed together in supporting our clients. We emphasize the importance of working as a TEAM. This position is an hourly, non-exempt, full-time role and is a US-hybrid role with the option to work from Newfront’s San Mateo or Walnut Creek offices.

What is most exciting about this position is the variety in the work. No client is the same, so you cannot expect the same resolution will yield the same results each time. Every day provides the opportunity to learn something new, try new things, and have fun!

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day questions, enrollment inquiries, etc. from clients in conjunction with the service lead.
• Prepare and distribute compliance deliverables (5500s, SPD Wraps, annual notices, ACA, etc.).
• Manage and/or respond to escalated and complex client issues with guidance from the service lead.
• Manage enrollment processing. Resolve eligibility and enrollment issues.
• Manage client technology solutions in coordination with our technology team.
• Stay current on compliance trends and ensure timely delivery of client notices.
• Review plan documents and benefit attributes for accuracy and manage them within the internal system.
• Process carrier and client contact changes by updating carriers and internal systems.
• Learn how to submit marketing requests compliant with established marketing standards.
• Perform and/or manage outsourcing of tasks such as billing audits, data entry, SPD wraps, and contract reviews.
• Prepare client communications (Open enrollment materials, new hire guides, compliance documents, etc.) using available tools and templates.
• General administration and data entry as directed by the Manager, Client Services.
• May be asked occasionally to attend and participate in client renewal meetings.
• May mentor and train the next level down on daily tasks (i.e., Sr. CR may train CR).
• Other tasks, duties, or special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years of benefits experience is required.
• Solid communication skills: written, public speaking, and presentation preparation.
• Excellent customer service in a virtual setting, including listening without interrupting, using a clear and audible voice, and responding calmly and professionally.
• Proficient knowledge and use of Microsoft Office and intermediate complexities of features.
• Ability to learn and adopt use of technology systems and software applications.
• Works well with others in a fast-paced environment and is responsive to co-workers and colleagues. Must also work independently, with minimal direction.
• Adaptability and flexibility to respond to client and team needs.
• Ability to ask questions, take initiative, and utilize resources and tools.
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities and high volumes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to screen details and identify potential discrepancies.
• Ability to review internal and external deliverables to ensure accuracy.
• Basic project management skills and systems knowledge.
• Ability to forge relationships and build trust with clients, carriers, and colleagues.
• Vast sense of curiosity and willingness to learn industry knowledge and trends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Benefits experience at a brokerage is a plus.

Qualifications

Resident Department of Insurance Life License (required or completed within 3 months of start date).

Pay

The base salary compensation range for this role is $70,000 to $95,000 USD per year.

Benefits

WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

• Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program, and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program).
• Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off.
• Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). Certain senior-level roles may also be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans.