Sr. Benefits Specialist

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

At Anduril, we're not just changing the game in defense technology - we're redefining how we care for the brilliant minds behind our innovations. We're seeking a Sr. Benefits Specialist to join our elite team and help us enhance what's possible in employee care.

As our Senior Benefits Specialist, you'll oversee and manage all aspects of our employee benefits programs, including leaves of absence, worker's compensation, and general benefits administration with precision and genuine care. In this role, you will collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure seamless benefits delivery, compliance, and a positive employee experience.

What You'll Do:

• Administer and manage the company’s benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans and more
• Become the benefits guru, fielding inquiries and coordinating with third-party vendors to keep our team covered
• Assist with Open Enrollment
• Craft compelling benefits content that speaks to our team's needs and our innovative culture
• Spearhead benefits onboarding, turning new hires into Anduril enthusiasts from day one
• Collaborate closely with various People teams to ensure smooth execution of operational processes, emphasizing employee experience and maintaining data accuracy
• Interprets and administers all aspects of the leave programs and policies in accordance with the applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, Paid Family Leaves, Workers’ Compensation).
• Manages all administrative aspects of leave claims and works closely with external partner and Payroll to ensure that pay is accurate and correct.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit-related inquiries, escalating issues to the appropriate team members and/or third-party vendors as needed.
• Create, update, and maintain benefits-related content, including wiki pages, benefits guides, and new hire orientation
• Support off-boarding/leavers as needed (COBRA benefits and unemployment EDD claims)
• Responsible for developing a working knowledge of benefits administration and laws.

Basic Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in benefits administration, with a strong focus on leaves of absences and worker’s compensation
• Prior experience in a fast-paced tech environment or similar high-growth industry is highly preferred
• In depth knowledge of benefits programs, policies, and applicable regulations
• A sharp eye for detail and a mind for process improvement
• The ability to juggle multiple tasks with the precision
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with a customer-service mindset
• Strong problem-solving abilities with the ability to manage complex cases
• The discretion to handle sensitive information with the care it deserves

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in benefits administration (e.g., CEBS)
• Experience with self-funded health plans and wellness programs
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A passion for going above and beyond, i.e, a desire to help and support employees - you recognize benefits and leave of absences can be sensitive to individuals.
• Ability to act quickly and make smart decisions to resolve issues.

US Salary Range

$90,000 - $135,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits:For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
  • For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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