Benefits Analyst

Job description

Administers and communicates Oracle*s benefit programs in regards to plan options, enrollment, and policy features. Assists with employee eligibility and claim issues. Conducts benefits employee orientation. Assists in implementation of annual open enrollment. May be assigned a wide variety of departmental projects; ie: analysis of new offerings, coordination of vendors and providers. May answer general 401(k) and redirect calls as appropriate.

As a member of Corporate Benefits you will be responsible for the daily administration of Oracle*s flexible benefit programs to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, ADandD, LTD and legal services. Will interface with Oracle*s web tools to support benefit programs.

Job duties are varied and complex utilizing independent judgment. May have project lead role. Strong verbal and written communication skills in partnering with employees, HR, and vendors/providers. Strong customer service/computer skills. Familiarity with HRIS systems. Ability to learn quickly (including technical skills) and adjust to rapidly changing work environment. 5 years benefits experience and BA/BS degree.

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

Title: Benefits Analyst

Location: Redwood Shores or Pleasanton, California

Benefits Analyst Position:

The Benefits Analyst provides lead support on employee benefit processes and procedures as well as open enrollment and implementation of new programs and vendors. This position is the lead on data flows between Oracle and its benefits vendors, including issue resolution. The Benefits Analyst role is for an experienced Benefits professional with a solid track record.

Below are some traits that we seek when hiring an ideal candidate:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Familiarity with regulatory requirements of benefit plans

· Experience working with third party administrators, health plans, insurance companies

· Offers new ideas and innovative solutions

· Experience with open enrollment processes

· Is a team player, encourages participation and is willing to offer help where needed

· Takes independent initiative and is proactive in their approach to problem solving

· Works under pressure and is able to handle multiple demands and competing priorities, as well as able to meet specific deadlines

· Someone that works with confidence, uses excellent judgment and understands when to bring in other resources when necessary

· Will work with confidential employee medical information, therefore HIPAA guidelines must be adhered to

· Demonstrates ability to learn new and often complex business systems quickly and effectively

· Assists with audits, as needed

· Demonstrates proficiency with e-mail, Word, Excel, Internet and the ability to learn other systems

Preferred Experience and Education:

· 3 to 5 years of experience working with employee benefit programs including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, group life, disability and leaves of absence

· Use of project management tools

· Experience with benefits eligibility and enrollment systems

· B.A. or B.S. - Human Resources or equivalent experience

Professional Characteristics:

· Excellent communication and customer service skills

· Excellent listener and can ask good questions so as to learn customer needs

· Takes initiative and uses all available resources

· Excellent research and problem solving skills

· Effectively manages time and priorities to meet service levels

· Self-motivated, focused, and driven to achieve goals
Exercises judgment, initiative, and discretion when providing solutions to customers