Senior Benefits Analyst

Summary

Join Smartsheet's Total Rewards team as a Sr. Benefits Analyst and play a leading role in optimizing our benefits operations. You will be responsible for evaluating benefit offerings, managing open enrollment, collaborating with stakeholders and vendors, and using data to drive improvements. This role requires 5+ years of experience in benefits administration and strong data analysis skills. You will leverage your expertise to enhance the employee benefits experience and ensure compliance. Smartsheet offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact on a fast-growing tech company.

Requirements

• 5+ years in benefits administration, program management, or a similar role, preferably in a corporate setting with a mid to large-sized organization
• Proven ability to lead complex projects with cross-functional teams and external brokers and vendors
• Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities, with proficiency in tools like Excel, Smartsheet, and Workday platforms
• A knack for identifying challenges and creating practical, scalable solutions
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for diverse audiences including senior leadership teams and large employee audiences
• Eagerness to improve processes and create a more valuable, impactful benefits program

Responsibilities

• Play a leading role in evaluating benefit offerings, while supporting the planning, execution, and communication of the annual open enrollment process
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, brokers, and vendors to deliver top-tier service and alignment with company goals
• Support change management efforts during major benefits transitions or new program rollouts to ensure smooth adoption
• Be responsible for metric dashboards and data analysis to drive the future of work on our team
• Use data to identify trends and opportunities for program improvements and cost efficiencies
• Analyze market benchmarking data, employee feedback, and claims data to identify trends and implement improvements year over year
• Proactively identify inefficiencies in processes and implement scalable solutions
• Develop and refine workflows to improve the employee experience and the benefits team’s operational effectiveness
• Ensure benefits-related systems like Workday are effectively supporting the business through efficient benefit and leave administration
• Ensure policies, legislative changes, and legal requirements, such as ERISA, HIPAA, and the Affordable Care Act to assist with plan compliance efforts
• Negotiate contracts, monitor performance metrics, and manage renewals
• Partner with external consultants and internal stakeholders to evaluate, implement, and enhance benefits offerings

Preferred Qualifications

Industry-specific certification (PHR, CBP, CEBS)

Benefits

• HSA, 100% employer-paid premiums, or Buy-up medical/vision and dental coverage options for full-time employees
• Stock - Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) for eligible roles
• 401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)
• Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
• Flexible Time Away Program, plus Incidental Sick Leave
• US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
• US employees receive 12 paid holidays per year
• Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave
• Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community
• Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses
• Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account
• Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)