UK Benefits Specialist

UK Benefits Specialist

Type: 12-month secondment

Location: Cambridge

In this role, you will support the eligibility and operation of the UK benefit schemes, deliver benefits in a simple, understandable way to employees, and resolve escalated issues with 3rd parties. You will also support in delivery of the annual benefit renewals, share plan launches, benefit related projects, manage and monitor benefits expenses, upload monthly pension contribution files and liaise with colleagues in other functions to support resolution of benefit-related queries.

Required Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex benefits in a clear user-friendly way.  

• Proven analytical skills & ability to design and create clear presentations.

• Proficiency in analyzing benefits data, understanding trends and providing actionable insights.

• Solution focused, with strong problem solving and critical thinking skills, and an eye for detail.

• Demonstrate knowledge and Experience in working in partnership with 3rd party providers.

• An understanding and interest in Diversity and Inclusion and how this impacts benefits.

• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel & PowerPoint.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience in benefits management, systems, and administration including Healthcare, Flexible benefits, Pensions and Pension Auto-Enrolment and Voluntary Share plans.

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.

• Knowledge of UK benefits legislation, understanding the regulations and compliance requirements related to employee benefits in the UK with the ability to stay updated with changes in legislation.

• Knowledge of invoicing and financial management to oversee accurate processing of invoices from benefit providers.

• Proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improving and enhancing benefits offerings.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.