Senior U.S. Benefits Specialist (Contractor)

Senior U.S.

Benefits

• Specialist (Contractor)

• Lead a pivotal role in delivering critical U.S. benefits programs that directly support employees during some of the organization's most significant transition periods. As a

Benefits

• Specialist (Contractor), you will serve as both a project leader and subject matter expert, driving the successful execution of annual Open Enrollment, acquisition integrations, divestiture activities, and

• Total Rewards initiatives.

• In this highly visible role, you'll collaborate across Human Resources, Payroll, Communications, vendors, brokers, and leadership teams to ensure employees receive accurate information, seamless enrollment experiences, and exceptional support. Your expertise will help maintain compliance, improve processes, and deliver benefits programs with precision and care.

• This is an opportunity to make an immediate impact by leading complex benefits initiatives, managing key stakeholder relationships, and helping employees navigate important benefit decisions throughout the year.

Where You'll Work

This is a REMOTE role open to candidates based in Remote (US). You will collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones.

What You'll Do

• Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and administration of annual U.S. Open Enrollment programs across multiple employee populations.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, communications, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts with Human Resources, Payroll, Internal Communications, vendors, brokers, HCM teams, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee enrollment configurations, eligibility rules, system testing, data integrity, and vendor integrations to ensure accurate and timely administration.
• Create and deliver employee communications, educational materials, presentations, webinars, FAQs, and manager resources that drive engagement and understanding.
• Serve as a trusted subject matter expert, providing guidance and support for employee benefit inquiries and enrollment activities.
• Support benefits integration efforts related to acquisitions, divestitures, workforce transitions, and Transitional Service Agreement (TSA) commitments.
• Monitor vendor performance, identify process improvements, and enhance the overall employee benefits experience.
• Provide reporting, analytics, enrollment metrics, and recommendations that support Total Rewards leadership and business decision-making.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Communications, or a related field required.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in U.S. benefits administration, including 3-5 years leading Open Enrollment programs within mid-size or large employer environments.
• Demonstrated success managing complex benefits initiatives as a project manager, balancing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Experience supporting benefits activities related to mergers, acquisitions, integrations, divestitures, organizational changes, and TSA-related deliverables.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. employee benefits administration, enrollment processes, compliance requirements, and benefits systems.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering executive-level reporting and presentations.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and reporting tools.
• Proficiency in English; CBP, CEBS, or related professional certification preferred.

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):

United States of America - $0.00 - $1,000,000.00

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.

To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide! For more information on Worldwide, visit www.

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