Junior Benefits Analyst - QDRO (Remote)

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<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global-leading health and well-being provider – encompassing physical, mental and financial health – TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Join Our Team and Succeed Together<br>TELUS Health (US) Benefits Administration and Operations practice bring specialized expertise and innovative solutions to benefits administration, data management, and comprehensive client support. Our Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) Administration service provides critical support during life's challenging transitions by streamlining the complex process of equitable retirement benefit distribution. <br><br>Our purpose is to transform domestic relationship orders into qualified instruments through expert document review, regulatory compliance verification, and meticulous administrative execution. <br><br>We partner with clients, their employees, and third-party legal representatives to review QDRO documents, apply deep domain expertise to ascertain compliance with all regulatory and plan-specific requirements, and qualify these orders into legally sound documents that enable benefit recipients to access their entitled distributions. By managing these sophisticated back-end administrative workflows that blend defined procedures with specialized knowledge, we handle the intricate technical, legal, and administrative complexities, enabling organizations to deliver seamless benefits experiences during sensitive life events while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance.<p></p><p><b>Here’s the impact you’ll make and what we’ll accomplish together</b></p><p>As a Junior Benefits Analyst, you will perform the tasks which are part of the QDRO Administration services, which includes reviewing incoming paperwork and processing requests as per the defined procedures in the administrative system, along with responding to the associated parties.</p><p></p><p><b>What you’ll do</b></p><p><i>Core Responsibilities:</i></p><ul><li><p>Process and evaluate draft and court-executed domestic relations orders (DROs) to ensure compliance with ERISA, Internal Revenue Code, and client plan requirements for 401(k), Profit Sharing, Defined Benefit Pension Plans, and other retirement plans</p></li><li><p>Respond to correspondence and legal documents from plan participants, former spouses, attorneys, and QDRO specialists with customized or system-generated letters</p></li><li><p>Perform complex earnings and loss calculations on retirement plans for segregation of spousal awards</p></li><li><p>Provide expert customer service support to plan participants, dependents, retirees, attorneys, and child support agencies regarding benefit program requirements and provisions</p></li></ul><p></p><p><i>Administrative & Compliance:</i></p><ul><li><p>Maintain current knowledge of IRS and DOL requirements related to domestic relations matters and plan guidelines</p></li><li><p>Verify proper authorization forms are on file before releasing benefit-related information</p></li><li><p>Establish and maintain accurate database records, monitor system-generated reports and ticklers, and ensure all correspondence and actions are properly documented</p></li><li><p>Maintain confidentiality and ensure plan information is not released inappropriately; handle sensitive calls professionally while maintaining neutrality</p></li></ul><p></p><p><i>Collaboration & Communication:</i></p><ul><li><p>Interface daily with client contacts and third-party administrators to gather participant information, place account restrictions, and communicate qualified court order terms</p></li><li><p>Discuss and confirm plan provisions and policy information for escalated cases</p></li><li><p>Consistently meet all departmental productivity and accuracy standards</p></li><li><p>Support special projects and duties essential to department operations</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What you bring</b></p><p><i>Required Qualifications:</i></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or related field, OR equivalent relevant professional experience</p></li><li><p>Minimum 1 year of experience in benefits administration, retirement administration, or related field</p></li><li><p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly</p></li><li><p>Strong time management skills and proven ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously</p></li><li><p>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating initiative and independence</p></li><li><p>Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel</p></li></ul><p></p><p><i>Essential Competencies:</i></p><ul><li><p>High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</p></li><li><p>Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information</p></li><li><p>Customer service orientation with professional demeanor</p></li><li><p>Adaptability and sound judgment in handling emotional or complex situations</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Great-to-haves</b></p><ul><li><p>Working knowledge of HIPAA, ERISA, DOL, and IRS regulations as they relate to domestic relations matters and plan guidelines</p></li><li><p>Experience with QDRO (Qualified Domestic Relations Order) processing and review</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in Microsoft Access or database management systems</p></li><li><p>Experience working with third-party administrators or in a client-facing role</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with defined benefit and defined contribution plan structures</p></li><li><p>Background in legal document review or paralegal experience</p></li><li><p>Previous experience in a high-volume processing environment</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Salary Range: $38,700 - 47,000 USD Annual</p><p>Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if the posted salary range doesn't match your expectations. We're open to discussing competitive compensation packages tailored to your experience level and expertise. </p><p></p><p>TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:</p><ul><li><p>Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family</p></li><li><p>Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both</p></li><li><p>Generous company matched 401K</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve</p></li><li><p>Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills</p></li><li><p>And much more…</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Job Type: This is for a current vacancy</p><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><b>A bit about us</b></b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>TELUS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that aims to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. It is our policy to hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process. </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.</span></p>

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