Senior Benefits Analyst - UK & EMEA

Wellington Management•Boston, MA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the Total Rewards team, the Senior Benefits Analyst is responsible for the management and administration of employee benefits—including pension, insurance, wellbeing, and statutory programs—across the UK, Italy, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Germany, France, Spain, and Dubai. The role ensures accurate day-to-day delivery of benefit programs, strong vendor management, and compliance across a diverse regional footprint. Key areas of responsibility include: Regional Benefits Administration Manage the day-to-day administration of benefits programs across the UK and EMEA. Oversee annual renewals, eligibility processes, enrolments, and reporting. Partner with HR Operations and Workday teams to maintain accurate benefit, payroll, and HRIS data. Serve as the primary point of contact for benefit inquiries. Vendor & Consultant Management Coordinate relationships with external consultants, brokers, insurers, pension administrators, and wellbeing partners. Lead or participate in RFPs, quarterly business reviews, and service delivery assessments. Support the delivery of employee information sessions in local EMEA offices. Employee Communication & Education Develop and deliver engaging benefits communication materials. Update employee handbooks and internal content regularly. Conduct presentations and office roadshows. Respond to feedback and inquiries on a regular basis from employees of all levels. Governance, Compliance & Regulatory Oversight Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Monitor market and legislative trends to recommend program adjustments. Data Analytics & Reporting Analyze benefits data to identify trends and efficiency opportunities. Create and present dashboards, reports, and summarize key insights to senior leadership. Support budgeting, accruals, and forecasting for EMEA benefits. Strategic Partnership & Projects Collaborate with global Total Rewards colleagues. Support wellbeing initiatives and benefits harmonization. Contribute to system enhancements and process improvements. Synthesize employee feedback and any reporting insights to provide recommendations to leadership.

Requirements

Experience in benefit plan administration in the UK and ideally EMEA.
Strong analytical and numeracy skills.
Proficient in Excel and Workday, with particular expertise in managing benefits within Workday.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Customer-service orientation.
Cross-cultural awareness and confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to apply independent judgment and operate effectively in ambiguity.
Demonstrated project-management capabilities.
Hands-on, proactive, and flexible approach.
Professional presence and ability to work with employees of all levels.

Nice To Haves

Financial services experience strongly desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day administration of benefits programs across the UK and EMEA.
Oversee annual renewals, eligibility processes, enrolments, and reporting.
Partner with HR Operations and Workday teams to maintain accurate benefit, payroll, and HRIS data.
Serve as the primary point of contact for benefit inquiries.
Coordinate relationships with external consultants, brokers, insurers, pension administrators, and wellbeing partners.
Lead or participate in RFPs, quarterly business reviews, and service delivery assessments.
Support the delivery of employee information sessions in local EMEA offices.
Develop and deliver engaging benefits communication materials.
Update employee handbooks and internal content regularly.
Conduct presentations and office roadshows.
Respond to feedback and inquiries on a regular basis from employees of all levels.
Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Monitor market and legislative trends to recommend program adjustments.
Analyze benefits data to identify trends and efficiency opportunities.
Create and present dashboards, reports, and summarize key insights to senior leadership.
Support budgeting, accruals, and forecasting for EMEA benefits.
Collaborate with global Total Rewards colleagues.
Support wellbeing initiatives and benefits harmonization.
Contribute to system enhancements and process improvements.
Synthesize employee feedback and any reporting insights to provide recommendations to leadership.

Benefits

retirement plan
health and wellbeing
dental
vision
pharmacy coverage
health savings account
flexible spending accounts and commuter program
employee assistance program
life and disability insurance
adoption assistance
back-up childcare
tuition/CFA reimbursement
paid time off (leave of absence, paid holidays, volunteer, sick and vacation time)