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Benefits Analyst
Haylor, Freyer & Coon
Accounting & Finance, IT
USD 60k-75k / year
Posted on May 13, 2026
OVERVIEW
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Location Type
Remote
At Alera Group, our Employee Benefits teams help organizations attract, retain, and engage their workforce through thoughtful benefits strategy, exceptional client service, and collaborative partnership. We’re currently seeking a Benefits Analyst to join our Northeast Employee Benefits team. This is an exciting opportunity for an analytically minded professional who enjoys problem-solving, working with data, and supporting client benefit strategies in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
About Alera Group
Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the 14th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. With a network of offices nationwide, our commitment to collaboration allows us to offer national resources combined with local service.
Why Alera Group
Meaningful Impact: Help clients and employees navigate benefits programs that drive retention, engagement, and satisfaction
Growth & Learning: Opportunities to deepen your expertise and gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries
Collaborative Culture: Work in a team-oriented environment that values accountability, partnership, and the principles of The Collaborative Way
RESPONSIBILITIES
What You’ll Do
- Build, maintain, and manage SOLD reports, contribution modeling, R&M, and RFP deliverables
- Support benchmark reporting and analytical deliverables for client teams
- Partner closely with analysts, consultants, and client service teams to ensure timely execution of deliverables
- Apply understanding of benefits design, funding strategies, and cost structures to support client analysis
- Maintain CRM data and reporting related to new business activity
- Support client administrative deliverables including census work, plan audits, and document review
- Assist with compliance-related support such as annual notices, 5500 data collection, and compensation disclosures
- Partner with implementation teams on vendor transitions and onboarding activities
- Support ad hoc reporting, analysis, and strategic client deliverables
- Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented culture aligned with Alera’s values
QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent relevant professional experience)
- Prior internship or professional experience demonstrating analytical ability, client service exposure, and increasing responsibility
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Foundational understanding of employee benefits design, funding, and cost structures preferred
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Willingness to obtain a State Life & Health license within 90 days of hire
What Sets You Up for Success
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Strong accountability and ownership mindset
- Curiosity and willingness to continue learning within the employee benefits space
- Ability to balance analytical execution with client service priorities
- Adaptability in a growing and evolving organization
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Compensation Range: $60,000–$75,000 annually
Bonus Eligibility: 3% annual bonus
Benefits: Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.
Work Model: This is a remote opportunity for candidates located within the Northeast region, with occasional in-person team gatherings (typically quarterly) to support collaboration and team connection.
Professional Development – Alera Group Academy
At Alera Group, growth isn’t left to chance. Through Alera Group Academy, we provide structured development opportunities designed to help you expand your expertise and build a meaningful career.
You’ll have access to:
Role-specific learning paths
Leadership development programs
Technical and compliance training
Industry certifications and continuing education support
Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities
Whether you’re deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we’re invested in helping you grow.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.
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Location Type
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