Benefits Specialist

About this role:

Within the global Compensation & Benefits team, the Benefits Specialist will be responsible for working with the Benefit Team and local HR Managers to deliver cost-effective and competitive benefit programs in assigned countries.

The Benefits Specialist proactively handles all aspects of day-to-day benefit administration, partnering closely with other members of the benefit team as well as HR, Payroll, Finance, Legal, Internal Communications, and benefits vendors.

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with Benefits team and HR Managers to administer cost-effective and competitive benefit plans within assigned countries

• Managing mailbox inquiries from all countries within the region

• Proactively handle all aspects of day-to-day benefit provision (including plan administration, claims management and client relationship contact points)

• Partner with HR associates to provide advice and guidance on standard benefit policy and practice (to include paid and unpaid time off such as Sick, Leave of Absences, Maternity and Disability)

• Liaise with brokers and vendors to support annual renewal processes

• Provide reports, information and analysis as required

• Maintain benefit information and policies in line with strategic direction and regulatory requirements

• Maintain web and systems content to communicate and drive education and engagement

• Utilize technology to develop and maintain benefit programs to include new hire induction/onboarding processes in assigned countries

• Support enrolment campaigns and organize employee briefings/events

• Coordinate projects related to implementation of new benefits and products/program changes

• Maintain integrity of benefit records, recommend process improvements, and automate where possible

• Manage vendor contracts and procurement/invoicing process

• Assist with local, international, and global projects as requested

What you'll need:

• 2+ years relevant Benefits plan administration experience

• Proven track record of collaborating with others to deliver fast, positive results

• Experience of contract negotiation and plan renewals a plus

• Experience of international benefit programs a plus

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build strong (often remote) relationships

• Ability to make recommendations for change based on trends and HR/Benefits legislation

• Strong analytical abilities and Excel skills

• HR Database experience (Workday preferable)

• Ability to utilize technology to communicate and present information.

• Organized with experience in coordinating projects

• Proactive and collaborative team player with strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills

• Ability to constructively challenge the status quo and present alternative ideas and solutions

• Strong client focused work ethic demonstrating sensitivity, empathy, cultural awareness, integrity, fairness and good judgment

• Strong written and spoken English language skills

What you'll get:

• A seat at the table to help drive peak performance in a growing, people business

• Encouragement to be innovative and challenge status quo

• Exposure to industry-leading training and development

• Performance-based recognition and rewards

Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

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