Consultant, MSO Benefits

What Benefits contributes to Cardinal Health
Human Resources designs, implements and delivers human resource programs and policies, including recruitment, talent management, diversity and inclusion, compensation and benefits, among others. This function anticipates and plans for long-term human resource needs in alignment with business strategies.

Benefits designs, implements and administers benefits plans, ensuring that the total benefits package is competitive with the market, meets company objectives, and is compliant. This job family manages relationships and coordinates with third party vendors for benefits plan development and administration, and collaborates with the Internal Communications family to educate employees and promote enrollment.
 

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, reporting to the Manager, Benefits, assist in the coordination and development of the organization's day-to-day Managed Service Organizations benefits plans, and other employee services. Consults on strategy and design of onboarding provider practices and works closely with HRIT and HRIS to set up MSO plans. Manage communications for provider groups’ new hires and Annual Enrollment. Partner with HRBPs, Legal, and vendors to ensure compliance. Support due diligence and integration planning. Serve as point of contact for provider groups benefits administration.

Responsible for day-to-day carrier management, conduit with key stakeholders, and invoicing. Governance and compliance, identification through evaluation and analysis to support driving approval of benefit program enhancements, process improvements, and benchmarking.

Responsibilities

• Leverages benefit best practices and benchmarking in wellness, work/life, health & welfare, and/or EAP to design and implement competitive benefit programs.
• Serves as a support team member for US and MSO health, welfare, and retirement programs. Reviews and analyzes trends and advises leadership on the state of programs/benefits, demonstrating an understanding of the market dynamics, key competitor benefit plan design, and industry trends.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current benefits regulatory environment, including ERISA, IRS, DOL and SOX, current market and benefits legislation trends and demographic requirements to ensure plan compliance and competitiveness.
• Act as a partner to internal teams for gathering and providing vital benefits information.
• Participates in mergers and acquisition activities in order to integrate newly acquired company employees into Cardinal Health's benefits programs.
• Manage employee escalations, exceptions and appeals and provide advice and monitor resolution on full range of benefit and related topics.
• Benefit Administration:
  • Work closely with HRIS Benefits Administrator in the benefits plan set up. Lead the testing and preparations in advance of annual enrollment.
  • Manage the annual open enrollment process, including setting up plan designs for upcoming calendar year, communication strategies, and employee education.
  • Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations accurately and timely.
  • Monitor claims activity and address any issues with insurance providers.
  • Maintain accurate employee benefits records and documentation.
• Financial Management:
  • Monitor and manage the other employers’ benefit budget, including invoice processing and identifying potential cost-saving measures.
  • Assist in preparing financial reports for the participating employers.

Qualifications

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred; advanced university degree preferred.
• 5+ years related experience in benefits, compensation, finance, and/or human resources preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of benefits experience with focus in US health, welfare and retirement, and MSO plans. Experience in finance, actuary, human resources, treasury, accounting, or risk management, also a plus.

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong analytical and risk analysis skills
• Strong PowerPoint and executive presentation skills and ability to create presentations for leadership.
• Enjoy working with others in a team atmosphere.
• Prefer fast-paced working environment with ability to learn new concepts and techniques quickly.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task, with a strong attention to detail.
• Advanced knowledge in the field of US health & welfare benefits with a knowledge of total rewards and other functional areas, with multiple areas of specialization.
• Advanced knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment related to US health & welfare programs, including emerging legislation.
• Excellent project management and process development skills.
• Excellent communication, influence, and presentation skills, including both written and verbal forms catered to a wide variety of audiences.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including competency in financial analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand customer needs and interpret needs into workable programs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while staying within the scope of the overall strategy.

Anticipated salary range: $80,900 - $115,500

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 02/27/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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