Senior Benefits Analyst (Principal)

Senior Benefits Analyst (Principal)

The Senior Benefits Analyst (Principal) role requires a unique blend of strategic foresight and hands-on execution, with approximately 50% dedicated to strategic planning, program design, and compliance, and 50% focused on benefits administration to maintain operational excellence. Reporting to a senior director, this position is a key member of a collaborative team responsible for administering benefit plans for employees and retirees, leading efforts that ensure compliance, drive process improvements, and deliver high-value services. This position has the opportunity to spearhead RFPs, vendor transitions, and the financial management of health and retirement investment plans. The Senior Benefits Analyst (Principal) shapes benefits strategy, influences major plan and vendor decisions, and makes a lasting impact on the well-being of the university's workforce. This position is expected to work from the Fairfax campus at least three days per week.

Responsibilities :

• Leads the strategic design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the university's benefits programs to align with institutional goals and evolving employee needs;
• Applies deep knowledge of health and welfare benefits to inform strategy, policy development, and vendor partnerships;
• Serves as a senior advisor on benefits policy and strategy to HR leadership and campus stakeholders;
• Represents the university on statewide and inter-institutional committees, and leads assessments, benchmarking, and communications planning;
• Spearheads or supports RFP processes, vendor transitions, and the financial management of health and welfare plans;
• Oversees vendor relationships, contract performance, and serves as a resource in shaping major plan decisions; and
• Provides day-to-day support and mentorship to the benefits team.

Benefits Administration :

Retirement Management :

Employee Extended Absence Management :

Audit, Reconciliation, and Compliance :

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Instructions to Applicants :

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Senior Benefits Analyst (Principal) at https : / / jobs.gmu.edu / . Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter with Resume for review.

Posting Open Date : July 30, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by : August 13, 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

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