Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the world's leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world's leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.

At FTI Consulting, you'll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You'll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About the Role

The Benefits Analyst plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing FTI's benefit programs, with a significant focus on leave of absence administration. This role is responsible for the comprehensive management of leave cases from start to finish, ensuring seamless coordination between the employee, HR partners, third-party administrators (when applicable), employee relations, legal, and payroll teams.

In addition to leave management, the Benefits Analyst is responsible for:

• Coordinating with FTI's benefit vendor partners to ensure effective benefit plan delivery, implementing new programs, and resolving any issues that arise.
• Assisting in the development and execution of employee communication plans, working closely with vendor partners and consultants.
• Ensuring compliance with FTI benefit plan documents, contracts, and company policies, as well as adhering to ERISA, DOL, IRS, ADA, FMLA, and other local, state, and federal regulations.

What You'll Do

Benefits Administration:

• Administration of all benefits plans to include data coordination, quality checks and correction, as needed, by external vendor partners
• Contribute to the execution of the annual open enrollment process
• As needed, advise on approvals of necessary documents related to qualified status changes initiated by employees which have been provided to the Global HR Service Center for review
• Perform employee benefit premium payroll deduction reconciliations, as needed
• Monitor weekly 401(k) loan files from FTI's vendor to ensure FTI's payroll system has appropriately set-up or stopped deductions; take corrective actions when needed
• Monitor 401(k) employee eligibility status for potential errors and take corrective action when needed
• Provide the necessary data reports to assist in sending employee reminder communications (e.g., FSA year-end) or other benefit notifications
• Review and investigate employee benefit issues
• Manage the annual 401(k) catch-up contribution opt-out process and notifications
• Handle all special enrollments or special enrollment groups where high touch is required
• Handle all QDROs, QMCSOs, and any other unique claim or distribution arrangement. Effectively engage the related vendor partners and their special service teams where applicable.
• Assist in managing all Canadian benefit programs including the billing analysis, enrollment, vacation accrual reporting, quarterly retirement contribution reminders, etc.
• Prepare and report the quarterly San Francisco Health Care Ordinance processing
• Complete payroll reconciliation reports for HSA, FSA and Commuter benefits.

Data Analytics:

• Build, update and maintain benefit data reports
• Analyze data for anomalies and trends; take corrective action, as needed.

Leave Management process and case coordination:

• Liaison with third party leave administration vendors to maintain U.S. and Canadian leave programs to include but not limited to disability, maternity leave, and parental leave.
• Manage and advise on benefits tracking, time entry, and leave payouts. Coordinate with employees and their managers and HR team. Provide the necessary reports to payroll.
• Effectively interpret and seek guidance, as needed, related to FMLA and ADA implications regarding leaves of absences and disabilities.
• Maintain all leave tracking reports and ensure proper status updates occur with FTI's vendor partners.
• Assist in the implementation of new state disability and paid leave programs.

Benefits Communication:

• Collaborate with the Senior Benefits Manager to communicate benefit programs, including onboarding new hires, annual enrollment and plan changes

Compliance :

• Maintain all legal documentation to be in compliance with company policies and local, state, and federal government regulations.
• Assist, as needed, with data collection for the IRS Form 5500 preparation and related audits 401(k) and any disclosure reporting requirements
• Prepare and submit OSHA reports as needed and support any Workers' Compensation Reporting
• Ensure and support compliance with various local, state, and federal statutes, as required

Policies and Practices Administration :

• Serve as a resource to Human Resources employees with understanding benefit programs and policies
• Partner with the Global HR Solutions Center to provide guidance on escalated benefit questions
• Document and maintain administrative procedures (SOPs) for assigned benefits processes. Periodically review assigned processes for improvements and efficiencies.

Special projects as needed :

• Assist with vendor RFP processes
• Ad hoc analyses and reporting
• Participate in the development of department goals and objectives
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

How You'll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What Y ou W ill N eed T o S ucceed

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of benefit administration experience
• Bachelor's Degree required
• This role may require travel to FTI offices
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Preferred Skills:

• Recognizing and maintaining confidentiality of work materials
• Willingness to learn HR systems/procedures/functions
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to take initiative and ownership of projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent telephone skills (i.e., pleasant, and helpful)
• Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, sound judgement, and decision-making ability
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Knowledge of office etiquette behavior and procedures
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Exhibits strong customer service competency
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel a plus
• HRIS data entry experience, PeopleSoft a plus, especially with reporting functions and benefit administration module operation s

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Our Benefits

Our goal is to support the well-being of you and your families-physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

• Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
• Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Potential for flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
• Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
• Employee wellness platform
• Employee recognition programs
• Paid time off for volunteering in your community
• Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
• Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
• Professional development and certification programs
• Free in-office snacks and drinks
• Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
• FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
• Upscale offices close to public transportation

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping clients with their most significant opportunities and challenges. With more than 8,000 employees located in 33 countries and territories, our broad and diverse bench of award-winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. At FTI Consulting, we embrace, cultivate and maintain a culture of diversity, inclusion & belonging, which are fundamental components to our core values. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been recognized as one of the World's Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn .

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation Disclosure: Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual's location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.