Sr Analyst, HR - Benefits

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your role:

Baxter is looking for a Sr. HR. Benefits Analyst to join the organization. The position will be responsible for providing HR Analyst support primarily for US and Puerto Rico retirement benefit programs. The Sr. HR Analyst will partner with external vendors and internal teams to support retirement benefits communications, data integrity and accuracy, and timely operations.

What you’ll be doing:

• Manage and support US & PR retirement benefits, including vendor integrations, data integrity & accuracy, administration, required disclosures, and monitoring support e-mail inbox.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to achieve results, research and resolve ad hoc data issues, and internal and external inquiries.
• Develop, monitor, and redesign processes and procedures (SOPs) for accurate and timely benefit administration.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for employee issue escalation and day-to-day plan administration.
• Primary support for plan funding and vendor invoice billing management.
• Assist in design development, launch, and communications for retirement benefits, M&A benefit integrations, divestures including TSAs, and assessments of current program design and assessment within market competitors.
• Lead audits, year-end activities, compliance and project support (RFP, De-Risking, etc.), and supporting other HR initiatives development of retirement benefits.

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ years of retirement benefits experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to drive operational excellence, support multiple team members, communicate effectively and promote teamwork.
• Effective communications, both written and oral. Disciplined in work approach and execution of responsibilities.
• Ability to learn, adapt, prioritize, and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency and comfort with Microsoft Office and HR Systems (e.g., Workday).
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of US Benefits, with a focus on ERISA, COBRA, etc.
• Experience working with Leadership Team members, People Managers and employees working in a variety of locations (field, corporate, global).

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $80,000.00 to $110,000.00 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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