Senior Benefits Specialist

Primary Details

Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeThe purpose of this role is to lead and execute assigned benefit program development, administration, and coordination to achieve departmental objectives and meet business needs and customer expectations.
• Location: Sun Prairie, WI
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• The salary range for this role is: $84,500 - $126,500

Your New Role:

• Lead benefits projects, including new program implementations and compliance matters.
• Manage consistent application of policies and practices regarding benefit plans, time off, and leave of absence.
• Ensure external partners meet expectations by overseeing vendor activity and participant education.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal partners for accurate benefits delivery.
• Provide problem-solving support to employees and handle escalated concerns for timely resolution.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others.
• Lead pieces of the annual benefits open enrollment process, including testing and employee communications.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements related to benefits administration.
• Manage reporting and monitoring.
• Maintain benchmarking information, participate in surveys, and research emerging trends.

Required Qualifications:

• Tertiary Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Clear understanding of Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution Plans
• Thorough understanding of state and federal regulations related to benefit plans, including COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA.
• Ability to create and deliver presentations to employees at all levels effectively.
• Experience in benefits planning and administration.
• Proficiency in benefits administration software.
• Familiarity with leave administration software.

Compensation Package: The Salary Range For This Role Is Provided Above. This Is The National Range For Location(S) Listed. The Salary Offer Will Be Decided Based On The Role'S Complexity, Its Location, And The Candidate’S Professional Background, Including Their Education And Experience. Beyond The Base Salary, Regular Full-Time And Part-Time Employees Will Also Be Eligible For Qbe’S Annual Discretionary Bonus Plan Based On Business And Individual Performance. We Encourage All Candidates To Apply, Even If Their Salary Expectations Fall Outside Of This Range, As We Are Committed To Finding The Right Fit For Our Team.

Qbe Benefits: We Offer A Range Of Benefits To Help Provide Holistic Support For Your Work Life, Whatever Your Circumstances. As A Qbe Employee You Will Have Access To:

·         Hybrid Working – a mix of working from home and in the office

• 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis
• Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%
• Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education
• Employee Network and Community – QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community

To learn more, click here: Benefits | QBE US.

Why Qbe?  What If You Could Have A Positive Impact – At Work And In The World?

At QBE, we’re enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We’re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.

Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.

Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours!

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Supplementary Information

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Benefits Administration, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Developing Proposals, Human Resource Management, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Management, Waterfall Model, Working IndependentlyApplication Close Date: 13/10/2025 11:59 PM

How To Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.