Senior Benefits Analyst
Senior Benefits Analyst
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Job Description
About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together finding a better way and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference join us.
The Impact You Will Have
This position is responsible for the design of cost effective health and wellness or financial benefit plans programs and policies to drive attraction and retention of employees and executives in support of Blue Cross strategic plan. This position also ensures plan compliance with all federal state and local regulations.
Your Responsibilities
- Researches designs recommends and implements new or revised health benefit and wellness programs or financial benefit plans and policies working with internal resources or external vendors as appropriate.
- Health and wellness benefits include medical dental vision ancillary products related to health benefits as well as a suite of wellness and work/life benefits.
- Financial benefits include short-term disability long-term disability life insurance workers compensation 401(k) pension and nonqualified benefit plans.
- Prepares reports for management regarding cost effectiveness and competiveness of such programs.
- Develops and implements comprehensive employee and executive communication tools to enhance understanding of the companys benefits programs and help employees and executives take action.
- Prepares and/or obtains and reviews all necessary reports and benefit plan documents to assure compliance with applicable government rules and regulations and timeliness of all filings.
- Provides training and support to HR Service Center staff to ensure staff is able to respond to employee questions and is able to administer benefit programs per plan documents and government regulations.
Required Skills and Experiences
- 5 years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work education transferable skills and military experience will be considered.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates. Previous experience as a benefits analyst or benefits administrator.
- Excellent research analytical and problem solving skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs.
- Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations filing and compliance requirements affecting employee benefit and wellness programs.
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to develop accurate and appropriate communications.
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
- Excellent project management and process development skills to efficiently manage a wide variety of activities and projects.
- High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Preferred Skills and Experiences
- Bachelors degree.
- Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation or Certified Benefits Profession (CBP) designation.
Role Designation
HybridAnchored in Connection
Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days a weekone designated anchor day with your team and one day of your choosing. These in-person moments foster relationships creativity and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.
Compensation and Benefits
$77200.00 - $102300.00 - $127400.00 AnnualPay is based on several factors which vary based on position including skills ability and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
Medical dental and vision insurance
Life insurance
401k
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
And more
To discover more about what we have to offer please review our benefits page.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.
Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply please contact us at:
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota and Blue Plus are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
