Benefits Analyst Jobs

Our Story

We make modern classics with character. We believe in true timelessness, the integrity of well-made clothes, and since our inception, great quality at a great price. That’s in our DNA.

But, we know it’s not only about the clothes—it’s about the feeling it gives the people who wear them, whether they’re confidently giving a presentation in a well-tailored suit; basking in long salty beach days in vibrant, colorful sun-soaked swimsuits, or joyfully re-discovering their favorite Rollneck sweater in their closet again and again, season after season.

And ultimately, it’s about helping our customers be the best, most authentic versions of themselves.

And that’s what we’re after, to inspire people’s lives and style.

Whether you’re a customer or a part of our crew, we put people first. We’re proud to have been recognized as an industry leader in:

• America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (Newsweek, 2023)
• America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (Newsweek, 2023)
• Best Employers for Diversity (Forbes, 2022)
• Best Employers for New Grads (Forbes, 2022)
• Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality (The Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 2022)

We are looking for a detail-oriented benefits analyst to be responsible for the planning and administration of our employee benefit programs. You will be working closely with our human resources and payroll departments to coordinate the daily processing of benefits and own the daily administration of our 401K plan. You will also be responsible for researching benefit plans, communicating with employees, and resolving any benefit-related issues.

To be successful as a benefits administrator, you should have strong organizational skills and stay up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and market trends. You should also have strong interpersonal skills, be able to maintain meticulous records, and collaborate with other departments and external service providers.

Role + Purpose:

We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.

• Daily/weekly LOA administration, reporting, overall plan maintenance and manage formal audit process
• Compliance reporting as needed
• Develop content for new communication platform (Crew Life)
• Maintain and update employee records and benefits actions in Workday
• Partner with HRIS team in completing tier 1 & Tier 2 level tasks and ensuring proper processes are in place and are administered accurately.
• Process weekly invoicing and submission to finance
• Maintain records, reports, and documentation in accordance with federal, state, and provider regulations.
• Coordinate daily benefits processing, including enrollments, terminations, LOA, COBRA and vendor updates (as needed)
• Resolve benefit-related issues and respond to queries and requests in a timely manner.
• Collaborate/Audit with payroll and ensure that employer contributions and payroll deductions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Advise and inform employees of the details of the company's benefit programs.
• Evaluate the efficiency and value of current benefit programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Participate in benefits surveys as needed
• Enhance process and Workday system configuration by taking part in release management
• Lead the implementation for new leave admin vendor, including process redesign, billing and system configuration updates needed order to have a successful go-live

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to think creatively, spark engagement and create programs to realize full value of benefit programs
• Strong analytical capabilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• BS or equivalent experience as a benefits administrator or in a similar role.
• Working knowledge of relevant policies and regulations
• Be a team player and a strong curiosity to learn
• Attention to detail and ability to execute quickly and efficiently
• Strong MS Excel skills. Workday experience preferred

Benefits + Perks

• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.
• Flex Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday year-round.
• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.

Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.

At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.