Senior Employee Benefits Analyst
Physicians Mutual, Omaha, NE, United States
Physicians Mutual is seeking a
Senior Employee Benefits Analyst
to play a key role in the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our employee benefit programs. This position partners closely with HR leadership, third-party administrators, and internal stakeholders to ensure our benefits offerings remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with our company strategy. This role combines analytical expertise, compliance knowledge, and strong communication skills to support both the operational and strategic aspects of benefits administration. Responsibilities
esAnalyze and evaluate current benefit plans, recommending enhancements to improve competitiveness and complian ceCoordinate daily administration of employee benefit programs, including enrollments, terminations, and distributio nsPartner with third-party administrators, consultants, and internal teams to ensure smooth plan operatio nsMonitor and maintain detailed financial and participation records for all benefit pla nsSupport development and oversight of the annual benefits budget and ongoing financial tracki ngEnsure compliance with federal and state regulations (ERISA, ACA, PBGC, etc .)Assist with audits, Form 5500 preparation, and regulatory reporti ngDevelop and deliver employee communications, including enrollment materials and benefit educati onGenerate HRIS reports and leverage data to support decision-making and plan verificati onProvide guidance and mentorship to benefits staff and serve as a subject matter expe Qualifications
onsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experien ce)5–7 years of experience in employee benefits administrat ionStrong knowledge of benefit plan design, compliance, and administrat ionExperience with retirement plans and retiree health compliance prefer redProfessional certifications such as CBP, SHRM-CP, or PHR prefer redAdvanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUP); experience with HRIS systems (ADP preferr ed)Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving ski llsExcellent written and verbal communication ski llsAbility to manage sensitive and confidential information with discret About Us
t UsHealth. Life. Retirement. The Physicians Mutual family empowers people from all walks of life to enjoy the financial security they deserve. That’s what Insurance for all of us® is ab out. The Physicians Mutual family includes Physicians Mutual Insurance Company, Physicians Life Insurance Company and Physicians Select Insurance Company. Physicians Mutual offers reliable dental and supplemental health insurance, and pet insurance. Physicians Life provides important life insurance, Medicare Supplement insurance and coverage for funeral pre-planning. Physicians Select Insurance Company additionally offers exclusive Medicare Supplement insur ance. Since our start in 1902, our dedication to delivering on our promise has helped make us one of the nation’s leading health and life insurance providers. In fact, we are rated in the top 1% of insurance companies. We consistently maintain some of the highest financial strength ratings in the nation from independent insurance analysts, including A.M. Best Company and Weiss Ratings, ensuring we’ll be there for our policyowners and our employees far into the f uture. But the achievement we’re most proud of? We have a 95% customer satisfaction rating — a true sign of a company dedicated to embodying its vision.
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Senior Employee Benefits Analyst
to play a key role in the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our employee benefit programs. This position partners closely with HR leadership, third-party administrators, and internal stakeholders to ensure our benefits offerings remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with our company strategy. This role combines analytical expertise, compliance knowledge, and strong communication skills to support both the operational and strategic aspects of benefits administration. Responsibilities
esAnalyze and evaluate current benefit plans, recommending enhancements to improve competitiveness and complian ceCoordinate daily administration of employee benefit programs, including enrollments, terminations, and distributio nsPartner with third-party administrators, consultants, and internal teams to ensure smooth plan operatio nsMonitor and maintain detailed financial and participation records for all benefit pla nsSupport development and oversight of the annual benefits budget and ongoing financial tracki ngEnsure compliance with federal and state regulations (ERISA, ACA, PBGC, etc .)Assist with audits, Form 5500 preparation, and regulatory reporti ngDevelop and deliver employee communications, including enrollment materials and benefit educati onGenerate HRIS reports and leverage data to support decision-making and plan verificati onProvide guidance and mentorship to benefits staff and serve as a subject matter expe Qualifications
onsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experien ce)5–7 years of experience in employee benefits administrat ionStrong knowledge of benefit plan design, compliance, and administrat ionExperience with retirement plans and retiree health compliance prefer redProfessional certifications such as CBP, SHRM-CP, or PHR prefer redAdvanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUP); experience with HRIS systems (ADP preferr ed)Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving ski llsExcellent written and verbal communication ski llsAbility to manage sensitive and confidential information with discret About Us
t UsHealth. Life. Retirement. The Physicians Mutual family empowers people from all walks of life to enjoy the financial security they deserve. That’s what Insurance for all of us® is ab out. The Physicians Mutual family includes Physicians Mutual Insurance Company, Physicians Life Insurance Company and Physicians Select Insurance Company. Physicians Mutual offers reliable dental and supplemental health insurance, and pet insurance. Physicians Life provides important life insurance, Medicare Supplement insurance and coverage for funeral pre-planning. Physicians Select Insurance Company additionally offers exclusive Medicare Supplement insur ance. Since our start in 1902, our dedication to delivering on our promise has helped make us one of the nation’s leading health and life insurance providers. In fact, we are rated in the top 1% of insurance companies. We consistently maintain some of the highest financial strength ratings in the nation from independent insurance analysts, including A.M. Best Company and Weiss Ratings, ensuring we’ll be there for our policyowners and our employees far into the f uture. But the achievement we’re most proud of? We have a 95% customer satisfaction rating — a true sign of a company dedicated to embodying its vision.
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