Benefits Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Benefits Analysyt to support a health insurance organization in Northbrook, Illinois through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will take ownership of benefits administration activities, with a strong emphasis on managing the full open enrollment cycle and ensuring accurate employee data handling throughout the process. The role is ideal for someone who brings a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving ability, and a service-oriented approach while working closely with a small support team in a large employee environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end open enrollment activities, from planning and preparation through employee support and final completion.

• Maintain and validate census data to help ensure benefit records are accurate, current, and ready for reporting or enrollment needs.

• Coordinate day-to-day benefits administration tasks, including reviewing eligibility details, processing updates, and addressing employee questions.

• Support compensation and benefits-related analysis by organizing data, identifying discrepancies, and helping improve accuracy across programs.

• Assist with leave-related matters, including FMLA tracking and related documentation, while following company policies and applicable guidelines.

• Partner with a small internal team to provide benefits support, while independently managing primary ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Use Excel and benefits administration systems to track information, prepare reports, and support operational tasks.

• Contribute to benefits platform updates and process-related activities, including work connected to the transition from Ease to Employee Navigator

• Experience handling the full open enrollment process from initial setup through completion.

• Strong knowledge of census management and employee benefits data administration.

• Background in benefits coordination, benefits analysis, and broader compensation and benefits support.

• Familiarity with FMLA administration and related employee leave processes.

• Proficiency in Excel for tracking, analysis, and reporting tasks.

• Ability to solve problems independently, stay proactive, and deliver responsive internal customer service.

• Comfortable working both collaboratively within a small team and independently with significant ownership of responsibilities.

Long Term Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 Benefits available to contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k)plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.