Benefits Analyst, Health and Welfare (Total Rewards)

Versant•New York, NY

14d•$85,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re on the lookout for a curious, collaborative Benefits Analyst, Health & Welfare who’s excited to learn, jump in, and help make our benefits programs even better. If you like solving problems, working with data, and being part of a collaborative team, this might be your kind of role. You’ll play a key part in keeping our benefits running smoothly while helping create a great experience for employees. No two days look exactly the same — and that’s part of the fun.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance, or a related field
4+ years of experience in health and welfare benefits (self-insured experience is a plus)
Solid understanding of benefits compliance and regulations
Comfortable working in Excel, HR systems (Workday, ADP), and with data
Eager to learn, ask questions, and take on new challenges
Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative, proactive, and not afraid to raise your hand
Organized, detail-oriented, and great at juggling multiple priorities

Responsibilities

Help keep our medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and wellness plans running smoothly
Support compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, and other regulations
Assist with annual filings (5500 forms), audits, and compliance testing
Jump in wherever needed — we’re big fans of team players and utility hitters
Work closely with vendors, carriers, consultants, and internal teams
Keep an eye on service levels and help resolve issues when they pop up
Take part in RFPs and vendor evaluations
Speak up, ask questions, and share ideas — we value fresh perspectives
Dig into claims data and trends to uncover opportunities for improvement
Build dashboards and reports that tell a story
Help with budgeting and forecasting
Stay curious and always look for smarter, more efficient ways to work
Help create clear, engaging communications for employees (open enrollment, wellness campaigns, etc.)
Assist with more complex benefit questions when needed
Bring a people-first mindset and a willingness to learn the ins and outs of benefits
Support or lead benefit projects like plan updates or system implementations
Collaborate closely with Payroll, Legal, Finance, and HRIS teams
Stay flexible and adaptable as priorities shift