Portfolio HR & Reward are partnered with a reputable professional services organisation who due to continued growth are looking for to recruit an Employee Benefits Consultant to work across a diverse, and exciting portfolio of clients.
The role will involve:
- Client Consultation
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Engage with employers to understand their business objectives, culture, and employee needs.
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Analyse any existing benefit programmes and identify areas for improvement.
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Provide expert guidance on benefits strategy, including plan design, cost management, and compliance.
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We also want you to help shape the proposition going forward as detailed in Key accountabilities
Key accountabilities:
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Benefits Programme Design and Implementation
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Develop tailored employee benefits packages that align with client requirements.
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Research and present suitable benefits providers, products, and services.
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Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to implement benefits programmes effectively.
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Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, such as pension auto-enrolment and GDPR. Communication and Education
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Create clear and engaging communication materials to educate employees about their benefits.
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Contribute to the overall marketing strategy of the department and commit to creating thought leadership work on behalf of the Employee Benefits Department.
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Conduct employee workshops, webinars, and presentations to explain benefits options and answer questions. Support Clients in Implementing Effective Employee Engagement Strategies Related to Benefits Programmes, Data Analysis and Reporting
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Collect and analyse relevant data, such as claims experience, utilisation rates, and employee feedback.
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Identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement within employee benefits programmes.
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Generate reports and provide insights to clients, enabling them to make data-driven decisions. Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge
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Stay up to date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
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Ensure benefits programmes comply with legal requirements, such as pension scheme regulations and their associated tax regulations.
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Guide clients on compliance matters and assist with audits and assessments, as needed.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Degree educated in a human resource, business administration, financial services discipline, or a related field.
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Excellent listening skills.
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Be self-driven and pro-active.
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The ability to work effectively as part of a larger national team.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Effective communication and presentation abilities, both written and verbal.
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Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
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Proficiency in using benefits administration software and tools.
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The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
