Kirkland & Ellis · 5 hours ago
Senior Retirement Benefits Analyst
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expKirkland & Ellis is a leading law firm known for its commitment to legal excellence and innovative solutions. The Senior Retirement Benefits Analyst will oversee the administration of retirement plans, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee satisfaction while collaborating with various departments to optimize benefit strategies.
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Responsibilities
Retirement Benefits Administration: Oversee the administration of retirement plans, ensuring compliance with plan rules, legal requirements, and regulatory standards while delivering a seamless participant experience
Program Analysis & Strategy: Analyze retirement plan utilization, costs, and effectiveness to evaluate performance, inform budgeting, and recommend data-driven enhancements
Vendor & Stakeholder Partnership: Manage relationships with vendors and brokers and collaborate across Talent, Information Technology (IT), and other Firm departments to ensure high-quality service delivery
Systems & Process Leadership: Lead or support the evaluation, development, and implementation of plan changes, system enhancements, data integrations, and administrative improvements
Communication & Enablement: Translate complex retirement benefit concepts into clear presentations, reports, and guidance for Firm leadership, staff, and attorneys
Compliance, Governance & Improvement: Stay current on benefits-related laws and industry trends, support audit activities, maintain process documentation, and proactively identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
5+ years of progressive benefits administration experience, with significant focus on retirement plans
Proven experience working within layered, nuanced benefits plan and program structures
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and deliver actionable insights
Ability to clearly explain complex concepts, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel; proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with PeopleSoft, Structured Query Language (SQL), or advanced query tools
Experience within a law firm or professional services environment
Preferred
Proficiency with Human Resources Management Systems (HRMS) such as PeopleSoft or Workday, along with strong financial analysis capabilities
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare
Paid time off
Retirement
Personal support
Tailored learning and development opportunities
Company
Kirkland & Ellis
Kirkland & Ellis is a law firm that offers a wide range of legal assistance in labor, government, and intellectual property litigation.
5001-10000 employees
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Current Stage
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Member of Executive Committee, Partner
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Partner
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