Sr. Benefits Specialist

Teleflex•Wayne, PA

About The Position

This key member of the Total Rewards team works closely with the Global Benefits, HR Operations, and Compliance teams. The role is responsible for the day-to-day administration, compliance, and support of employee health and welfare and retirement programs across the U.S. and Canada. It ensures programs are communicated effectively and delivered accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations. The position also reflects expectations for individual contributors, including commitment to team and organizational goals, continuous improvement, and upholding the company’s culture and values through accountability, respect, integrity, and support for an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

Minimum of 5–7 years of experience administering employee benefits, including health and welfare, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
Experience in vendor management, HRIS, and benefits administration systems.
M&A experience.
Action-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proactive ownership of tasks.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Understanding of federal and state regulations affecting employee benefits administration.
Excellent communication skills.
Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
Ability to work as a team player.
Adherence to the Teleflex Code of Ethics and company policies, rules, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Administer U.S. and Canadian health and welfare benefits, coordinating with vendors and internal partners to ensure accurate enrollments, coverage, payroll contributions, and data integrations.
Lead and participate in projects such as open enrollment, 401(k) audits, and annual renewals.
Administer the 401(k) plan in coordination with the recordkeeper, including processing contributions, funding, and loans; coordinating audits and compliance filings such as Form 5500; and maintaining the plan.
Manage health and welfare and retirement vendors to ensure excellent service to employees and the benefits department.
Process benefit program billings and invoices, ensure timely and accurate payment, and report and track expenses with Finance, including budget tracking.
Coordinate day-to-day leave-of-absence administration, partnering with payroll and the vendor on accurate pay, providing clear employee communications, and supporting HR with claim issues as needed.
Communicate with internal human resource partners and employees.
Monitor regulatory filings and notifications and ensure programs comply with federal and state laws, including state leave programs and other benefit-related regulations.
Request, analyze, and prepare data reports to support cost management, program effectiveness, and benefits planning, compliance, and development.
Develop, improve, and document processes and tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Provide support for M&A activities.
Serve as a knowledgeable resource for plan participants and internal partners.
Comply with the Teleflex Code of Ethics and company policies, rules, and procedures.
Complete other assigned duties and tasks.
Demonstrate ownership, prioritize work, manage time, seek support when appropriate, and deliver high-quality results aligned with team and organizational objectives.
Identify opportunities for improvement, respond to feedback, adapt to change, and pursue growth opportunities that add value.
Act with respect and integrity, support an inclusive team culture, and model organizational values.