Sr. Compensation & Benefits Analyst

Are you looking to make an impactful difference in your work, yourself, and your community? Why settle for just a job when you can land a career? At ICW Group, we are hiring team members who are ready to use their skills, curiosity, and drive to be part of our  journey as we strive to transform the insurance  carrier space. We're proud to be in business for over 50 years, and its change agents like yourself that will help us continue to deliver our mission to create the best insurance experience possible. Headquartered in San Diego with regional offices located throughout the United States, ICW Group has been named for ten consecutive years as a Top 50 performing P&C organization offering the stability of a large, profitable and growing company combined with a focus on all things people. It's our team members who make us an employer of choice and the vibrant company we are today. We strive to make both our  internal and external communities better everyday! Learn more about why you want to be here! PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Senior Compensation & Benefits Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the design, administration, and continuous improvement of the organization’s Total Rewards programs. This position   is responsible for   administering employee benefits programs, analyzing compensation and benefits data, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and supporting initiatives that attract,   retain , and engage top talent. The role partners closely with HR leadership, Finance, Payroll, external brokers, and vendors to ensure the organization’s compensation and benefits programs   remain   competitive, compliant, and aligned with the company’s strategic goals.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Benefits Administration Administers employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and leave programs.   Coordinates daily   benefits   processing including enrollments, COBRA, terminations, beneficiary updates, and qualifying life event changes.   Serves as the primary point of contact for   benefits   vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators.   Collaborates with Payroll to ensure benefit deductions are processed accurately.   Reconciles and processes   benefits   premiums and   serves   as administrator for benefits billing systems.   Maintains   accurate   benefits   records and documentation   in accordance with   federal, state, and vendor requirements.   Conducts regular   benefits   audits to ensure compliance, data accuracy, and proper vendor data transmission.   Completes regulatory filings and nondiscrimination testing for applicable benefits plans.   Ensures   all plan documents and policies   remain   current and compliant with applicable regulations.    Compensation & Total Rewards Analysis Supports the administration and analysis of compensation programs including salary structures, job evaluations, and pay practices.   Conducts market benchmarking and compensation analysis using salary surveys and market data.   Assists with compensation review cycles including merit increases, promotions, and bonus planning.   Analyzes compensation and benefits data to identify trends and support strategic decision-making.   Provides insights and recommendations to support competitive and equitable pay practices.   Assists with maintaining compensation structures, job   leveling   frameworks, and salary ranges.    Performs hands-on analysis of compensation and benefits data by pulling reports, validating data, reconciling discrepancies, tracking trends, and identifying exceptions that require follow-up.   Prepares practical spreadsheets , summaries,   trackers,   and   variance   analyses to support   merit cycles, benefit renewals , budgeting, vendor   discussions , and leadership   requests .   Benefits Strategy and Program Design Evaluates   existing benefits programs and benchmarks offerings against industry standards.   Conducts research on new or improved   benefits offerings   and wellness initiatives.   Partners with HR leadership   to recommend   enhancements that improve employee experience and support recruitment and retention goals.   Supports implementation of new benefits programs or program changes.    Benefits Communication & Employee Support Serves as a key point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, resolving issues with accuracy and empathy.   Develops and delivers clear   benefits   communications to employees and managers.   Coordinates and administers the annual open enrollment process, including communications, system updates, and employee education.   Facilitates benefits information sessions and prepares presentation materials as needed.   Ensures   employees understand available benefits programs and how to access them.   Develops and   maintains   job aids, process guides, FAQs, checklists, and employee-facing resources to improve understanding of benefits processes and Total Rewards programs.   Compliance & Reporting Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, and other regulatory requirements.   Maintains required   benefits   documentation and prepares regulatory reports and filings.   Prepares reports, dashboards, and presentations for HR leadership related to benefits   utilization , costs, and trends.   Stays informed of legislative changes and industry trends impacting compensation and benefits programs.   Reviews reporting outputs for data issues, unusual changes, missing information, and process gaps;   follows   up with HR, Payroll, Finance, vendors, or employees to resolve issues.   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources , Business Administration, Finance, or   a related   field   required . Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu