Hiring: Sr Benefits Specialist Company: CDW Location: Illinois, United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:27:15 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : HIPAA, Microsoft Office, Workday About the job Experience: •5+ years of employer benefits experience in plan design and financial analysis OR 9+ years of employer benefits experience in plan design and financial analysis Required Skills: •Design health and welfare, retirement, and wellness programs, ensuring programs align with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements. •Partner with benefit brokers, consultants, carriers, and third-party administrators throughout plan renewals, annual enrollment activities, and ongoing program administration. •Actively facilitate and support implementation of new benefit programs, plan enhancements, system integrations, and process improvements. •Analyze plan utilization, participation trends, and program effectiveness to identify opportunities for enhancement and cost optimization. •Assist in developing and maintaining benefit policies, procedures, and governance frameworks. •Build and maintain effective working relationships with benefit vendors, insurance carriers, brokers, and consultants. •Participate in vendor evaluations, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), contract reviews, and implementation activities. •Monitor vendor performance, service levels, and operational effectiveness. Compensation: •$91,000 - $126,200 / year •Annual bonus target of 5% subject to terms and conditions of plan Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!