Benefits Analyst

The Benefits Analyst will provide group benefits consulting support, including design, financial management and ongoing servicing for existing clients and prospects. The Benefits Analyst will work closely with internal consulting teams, interface with vendors, support client deliverables, and ensure quality standards are met.

The Benefits Analyst will:
Contribute to the overall design and management of group medical, dental, life, disability and special risk benefits for clients.

Annual renewal analysis and negotiations with carriers; prepare client reports and presentations

Experience reporting, budget projections and reviewing plan financial performance

Conduct marketing's; including preparing and submitting specifications, analysis, cost comparisons and recommendations on marketing responses, and preparing marketing report

Gather data and determine cost impact for plan design changes

Monitor carrier/provider services standards

Support the consulting team in preparing documents for client presentations and meetings

Participate in industry conferences, seminars, etc. in order to keep abreast of industry trends and activities

Build relationships with carriers, and internal, cross-functional teams

Conduct plan design benchmarking studies

Review all benefits documentation (contracts, booklets, collective agreement, amendments) for accuracy

Preparation and review of master application and all other documentation for new sales submissions – monitor implementation process to ensure deadlines met, questions answered, all forms completed in order to meet effective date.

Prepare detailed plan design documents using excel template and update when required

Investigate and assist with resolving ad hoc claims and coverage issues for clients

To be successful as a Benefits Analyst with People Corporation, you will need:
Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in group benefits

Knowledge of Canadian benefits industry and group benefits financial underwriting requirements for all types of employee benefits plans

Advanced competency with Microsoft Excel

Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Strong analytical skills

Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Ability to manage and prioritize competing demands in order to meet client and company needs

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Sensitivity to confidential information

What’s in It for You
An opportunity to make a real impact in Indigenous communities across Canada

Involvement in meaningful work supporting Truth and Reconciliation efforts

Ongoing learning and collaboration with a supportive and experienced team

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive employee benefits and retirement programs

A fun, flexible, and productive work environment

At People Corporation we are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits, retirement, wealth, wellness, and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20,000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees, members, and stakeholders.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and clients feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. If you require an accommodation or an alternative format of any posting please reach out to careers@peoplecorporation.com.
 
The base salary for this position is between $60,000 - $80,000 annually.

This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus, commission). The actual base salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be able to provide additional details of the total compensation for this role.