Benefits Analyst II, Full-time, Days (Hybrid)

Benefits Analyst II, Full-time, Days (Hybrid)

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits : from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Benefits Analyst II reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Benefits Analyst II is a lead subject matter expert on organizational benefits providing design insight, research, analysis, and evaluation of programs to ensure optimal benefits programs and practices are in place.

Responsibilities :

• Exercises significant discretion in interacting with all levels within the system to support benefit strategies, programs, and policies.
• Assists in designing, implementing and administering benefit programs across the system.
• Project manages systemwide benefits related projects including but limited to program roll outs, vendor RFP's and vendor implementations.
• Evaluates new or special benefit programs as needed.
• Prepares reports and analyses to ensure equity and competitiveness of benefit programs.
• Conducts research and provides summary findings to leadership and stakeholders to help design and review current employee wellbeing programs.
• Independently consults with HR colleagues, leadership and employees in application of benefit practices. May provide instruction / training in a formal setting regarding benefit practices and procedures.
• Serves as departmental NMI / intranet content manager.
• Serves as the benefits systems expert, partnering with appropriate resources in the design and maintenance of the system.
• Maintains integrity of benefits data in PeopleSoft.
• Evaluates proposed employee benefit contracts by studying provisions; estimating impact.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for operational improvement, including the development and execution of subsequent action plans and routine audits.
• Determines employee benefit practices by benchmarking best practices; researching industry and employment trends.
• Recommends employee benefit programs by examining, evaluating, and optimizing employee understanding, acceptance, and interests, costs, regulatory requirements, and competitive advantage.
• Remain proficient on legislative and IRS changes relative to plan regulations, procedure changes and mandated disclosures.
• Assist and / or complete tasks related to the transition of benefit plans for acquired or merged companies; including but not limited to : communications, compliance filings, adoption agreements / plan document changes and audits.
• Conduct training sessions including but not limited to New Employee or Physician Orientations, Open Enrollment Info Sessions, Department Meetings, integration educational sessions, and Lunch & Learns.
• Provide advice, guidance, and direction to HR Business Partners on benefit related issues / concerns.
• Provides backup support for Benefits Analyst I as needed
• Handles complex issues and problems; refers only the most complex issues to the higher level
• Assists in reviewing vendor contracts and performance guarantees
• Supervises vendor implementations, testing and data validation
• Provides coverage during manager's absence

Qualifications

Required :

Preferred :

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.