Benefits Administration Services Analyst II at Conduent
United States
$46.97k - $61k
<p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Benefits Administration Services Analyst – Pension</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">As a Benefits Administration Services Analyst – Pension, you will support the administration and delivery of Defined Benefit (DB) pension plans for our clients. This role is responsible for performing benefit calculations, processing participant transactions, researching and resolving participant inquiries, maintaining accurate plan and participant data, and supporting the overall day-to-day administration of assigned pension plans.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">The ideal candidate has experience working with Defined Benefit or pension plans, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret plan provisions and apply them accurately to benefit administration activities.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Perform Defined Benefit pension calculations, including retirement, termination, death, and other benefit calculations in accordance with plan provisions.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Review participant data and documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness before processing transactions.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Process participant elections, benefit commencements, distributions, and other pension-related transactions.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Interpret and apply Defined Benefit plan provisions, administrative procedures, and established business rules.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Gain a thorough understanding of plan designs, benefit formulas, options, and eligibility criteria.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Research and resolve participant and plan administration issues, escalating more complex matters when appropriate.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Review calculations and transactions for accuracy and compliance with established procedures and plan requirements.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Maintain accurate participant records and update benefit administration systems as needed.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Respond to participant, client, and internal team inquiries related to pension benefits and plan administration.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Identify data discrepancies and work with appropriate teams to research and resolve issues.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Support data validation, testing, audits, and other quality assurance activities.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Assist with plan updates, system changes, annual processes, and special projects.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Follow established service-level agreements, quality standards, procedures, and client-specific requirements.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Maintain documentation related to processes, procedures, calculations, and plan administration activities.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Collaborate with team members and other internal groups to ensure accurate and timely delivery of benefits administration services.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Actively participate in team meetings, training activities, and client-facing interactions.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Identify opportunities to improve processes, accuracy, and operational efficiency.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Support Senior Analysts and team leadership with more complex Defined Benefit administration activities as needed.</span></span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">2+ years of experience in benefits administration, pension administration, or a related field.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience with Defined Benefit pension plans strongly preferred.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience performing or reviewing pension benefit calculations preferred.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Understanding of retirement plan concepts, participant data, and benefit administration processes.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Ability to interpret plan documents, procedures, and business rules and apply them accurately.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience working with benefits administration or pension systems preferred.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Strong written and verbal communication skills.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.</span></span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience administering Defined Benefit plans in a benefits outsourcing, consulting, or third-party administration environment.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Knowledge of ERISA, IRS regulations, and other requirements applicable to Defined Benefit retirement plans.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience with pension calculations involving early retirement, optional forms of payment, qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs), death benefits, or other complex benefit provisions.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience with data analysis, system testing, or benefits administration implementations.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience working in a client-service environment.</span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Flexible Working</strong></span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">At Conduent, we value individuality and flexible working arrangements. In this role, you can expect:</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Remote Work: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while optimizing your work-life balance.</strong></span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong> </strong></span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Working for You</strong></span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">We offer perks and rewards designed to support you:</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Health & Welfare Benefits: </strong>Comprehensive plans tailored to your needs, effective from day one.</span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Retirement Savings: </strong>Robust programs to help you secure your financial future.</span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Employee Discounts: </strong>Access to a wide range of discounts on merchandise, services, travel, and more.</span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Career Growth Opportunities: </strong>Paths for advancement within a global organization<strong>.</strong></span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Paid Training: </strong>Learn while you earn with award-winning learning platforms.</span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Paid Time Off: </strong>Competitive PTO packages to help you recharge.</span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Great Work Environment: </strong>Join an award-winning culture that values diversity and inclusion.</span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong> </strong></span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><strong>Join Us:</strong></span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">At Conduent, we are united by a shared mission. We understand that our success is driven by the success of our associates. When you join us, you’ll find opportunities to:</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Bring your authentic self to work every day.</span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Grow and thrive both personally and professionally.</span></span></li><li style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Make a meaningful impact with our clients, in our communities, and for the millions of people we serve.</span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.5in;"> </p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">With a large workforce in over 24 countries, you’ll be part of a global team that’s shaping the future — for the company and for yourself.</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"> </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Pay Transparency Laws in some locations require disclosure of compensation and/or benefits-related information. For this position, actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, this position, based on business need, may be eligible for a bonus or incentive. In addition, Conduent provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage, voluntary dental and vision programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) or vacation and/or sick time. The estimated salary range for this role is $46,970-$61,000.</span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p> <br><p class="elementtoproof"><span>Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.</span></p> <style></style> <br><p class="elementtoproof">Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">For US applicants: People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply for or compete for employment with Conduent may request such accommodation(s) by submitting their request through this form that must be downloaded: <a href="https://downloads.conduent.com/content/usa/en/file/conduent-applicant-adaaa-referral-form.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">click here to access or download the form</a>. Complete the form and then email it as an attachment to <a href="mailto:FTADAAA@conduent.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">FTADAAA@conduent.com</a>. You may also <a href="http://downloads.conduent.com/content/usa/en/document/cdt_adaaa_accommodation_pol.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">click here to access Conduent's ADAAA Accommodation Policy</a>.</p>
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