Boston Globe Media · 5 hours ago
HR Benefits & Data Analyst
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expBoston Globe Media is seeking an HR Benefits & Data Analyst to manage and optimize employee benefits programs while advancing HR's use of artificial intelligence and data analytics. This role involves administering benefits, conducting data analysis, and serving as the primary system administrator for UKG Pro, ensuring operational effectiveness and compliance.
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Responsibilities
Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, life events, terminations, audits, and reconciliations
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and a high level of service
Act as a liaison between employees, vendors, consultants, and UKG representatives
Support open enrollment planning, execution, employee communications, and post-enrollment reconciliation
Ensure accurate processing, documentation, and reporting of all benefit changes
Partner with the HR team to review benefits costs, utilization trends, market projections, new initiatives, and RFP analyses
Support the implementation, rollout, and ongoing sustainment of HR AI solutions, including the HR AI Bot
Research and evaluate emerging AI tools and practices within HR to identify opportunities for operational improvement
Design, develop, and maintain HR and benefits reports, dashboards, and analytics for HR leadership and SLT members
Translate HR and benefits data into insights that support decision-making and workforce planning
Support compliance reporting, audits, and regulatory requirements related to benefits and HR data
Own and administer UKG Pro and associated modules, including but not limited to Absence Management, Pro Learning, Recruiting, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Employee Voice, Document Manager, and People Assist
Maintain system configurations to support benefits and broader HR operations
Conduct regular audits, testing, and data validation to ensure system accuracy, integrity, and compliance
Manage system enhancements, integrations, and vendor coordination
Develop, document, and continuously improve system-related processes and controls
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 5 years of HR experience with demonstrated expertise in benefits administration and HR systems
Strong experience with UKG Pro and Cognos Analytics preferred
Experience with other HRIS or reporting tools such as ADP, Workday, Tableau, or similar platforms is a plus
A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment
Advanced Excel skills and strong data analysis and reporting capabilities
High attention to detail with strong audit and compliance orientation
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, and accountability
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex system and process issues independently
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Company
Boston Globe Media
Boston Globe Media is New England's largest newsgathering organization -- and much more.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.39MKey Investors
Meta Journalism Project
2023-02-27Grant· $0.39M
1993-06-11Acquired
Leadership Team
Linda Pizzuti Henry
CEO
Recent News
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