International Benefits Analyst (Hourly)

Gallagher•Rolling Meadows, IL

About The Position

At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher. At Gallagher, we’re united by a commitment to growth and excellence. As an International Benefits Analyst, you’ll support client projects focused on multinational employee benefits. You’ll work on areas like health and welfare plans, retirement plans, global medical coverage, and expatriate issues. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys research, analysis, and creating solutions that make a real difference. In this role, you’ll dive into research and analysis to help clients navigate complex international benefits. You’ll prepare recommendations, create reports, and draft presentations that guide decision-making. Your work will include designing benefits packages, ensuring compliance with legal and tax requirements, and responding to HR-related questions. You’ll collaborate with team members to deliver solutions and improve processes. Every day, you’ll help shape benefits programs that support employees worldwide.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in an analytical role or international benefits.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and knowledge of database systems.
Strong research skills and the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
You’re detail-oriented, adaptive, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in business, accounting, finance, or human resources is a plus.
Specialized knowledge in global regions like EMEA, Asia/Pacific, or Latin America is preferred.
Fluency in foreign languages and client account management experience are desirable.

Responsibilities

Research and analysis to help clients navigate complex international benefits
Prepare recommendations
Create reports
Draft presentations that guide decision-making
Designing benefits packages
Ensuring compliance with legal and tax requirements
Responding to HR-related questions
Collaborate with team members to deliver solutions and improve processes
Shape benefits programs that support employees worldwide

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program