Benefits Analyst

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What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for more than your average HR team member. 2U’s incredible company culture is driven by leaders in every area of our company, and it starts right here with the HR team. We’re looking for team members that thrive in a fast paced environment and excel when collaborating within the different areas of HR and the business.
The Benefits Analyst is an integral member of 2U’s Total Rewards Team who will drive key functions of 2U’s Benefits initiatives and philosophy.
Key Role and Responsibilities:
Assist with the administration of the employee benefit programs, including health and welfare insurance plans, 401(k) retirement plan, and wellness initiatives
Identify and champion process and program efficiencies and opportunities for streamlining and improvement
Provide support for leaves of absence & medical accommodations; liaison between employees and HRBPs
Resolve employee benefit issues and discrepancies
Assist with the development and maintenance of employee benefits communication materials including plan documents, company intranet, and open enrollment
Key team member for Open Enrollment process including communication development, testing and deployment
Manage Workers’ Compensation claims and OSHA reporting
Process benefit and leave of absence related tasks in Workday
Assist Benefits Team with ensuring compliance with laws and regulations applicable to employee benefit programs including but not limited to COBRA, ERISA. HIPAA, ACA, FMLA
Work on special projects involving testing, reporting, and ad-hoc plan audits
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree preferred
2 -3 years of human resource experience preferably directly related to benefits
Strong organizational skills and love of the attention to detail
Strong excel skills and the desire to advance skills
Experience with HRIS systems (Workday preferred)
Ability to work with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
Inquisitor by nature, this person is not afraid to ask questions and double check their own work
Ability to start and prioritize projects as needed
Enthusiasm and the ability to thrive in an atmosphere of constant change
About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)
2U is comprised of 3 lines of business: Graduate Degree Programs, Short Course, and Boot Camps. Going beyond traditional learning management systems, we use tech, people, and data to help top universities and enterprise organizations transform in the digital era—and eliminate the back row in higher ed. We support lifelong learning which means thinking beyond a single degree. It means finding ways for students to gain the skills they need to change careers, evolve their expertise, and meet the challenges of the changing world head-on. We help our partners fill those needs—developing new digital education technologies and offerings capable of supporting students at different points in their lives. Whether they need a simple refresher, to learn something new, or to change their career trajectories completely, our partners are there to help them succeed. Together with our partners, 2U has positively transformed the lives of more than 275,000 students and lifelong learners.
2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At 2U, we are committed to creating and sustaining a culture that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities of our employees. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by the ways in which we are different, as well as the ways in which we are the same.
Benefits & Culture
Working at 2U means working with individuals that are passionate and mission driven. We collaborate on tough problems to deliver the best outcomes for our partners, students, and each other. You will find team members working together in our open office spaces, gathered in the kitchen grabbing a snack, or taking a break in our game rooms.
2U offers a comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, disability and 401(k)
Unlimited snacks and drinks
Generous paid leave policies including unlimited PTO
Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break
In Colorado, the anticipated base salary for this role is $60,000 with potential bonus eligibility. Note: The final compensation for this position may consider factors including the geographic location where the work is performed (candidate’s assigned office) and prior work experience of the candidate.
To learn more, visit 2U.com. #NoBackRow
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.

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