Benefits Specialist

Benefits Specialist
Lisbon, Portugal
Close date: 29th March 2024
Join us at AstraZeneca, where we are united by a common purpose: to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. As the Wellbeing Benefits Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the UK country's benefits programme and helping the benefit managers with the delivery of the benefit plans and policies to employees. You will form part of the Reward & Inclusion Centre of Excellence.
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 the delivery of the annual benefits renewals and share plan launches, manage and monitor benefits expenses, and liaise with colleagues in other functions to support resolution of benefit-related queries. This role will focus on benefits for the UK but it is not crucial to have prior UK benefits knowledge.
Required Essential Skills & Experience

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proven analytical skills & ability to design and create presentations
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and an eye for detail
Demonstrates knowledge and experience in working with 3rd party providers
An understanding and interest in Diversity and Inclusion and how this impacts benefits
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel & PowerPoint

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience in benefits management, systems, and administration including Healthcare, Flexible benefits, Pensions and Auto-Enrolment and Voluntary Share plans
Educated to degree level or equivalent
Knowledge of policies, processes and procedures pertaining to Benefits in the UK

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today!
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