Benefits Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Benefits Specialist jobs in Pennsylvania are in steady demand, with concentrated hiring in healthcare systems, higher education, financial services, and large manufacturing and logistics employers, and openings at every level from benefits coordinator through senior benefits manager. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley are the most active hiring metros, where organizations like the University of Pennsylvania Health System, UPMC, and Comcast regularly post openings. The most sought-after specializations include health and welfare plan administration, 401(k) and defined benefit retirement programs, and leave management under FMLA and state-specific Pennsylvania programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.
Position Summary:
The Senior Benefits Specialist is responsible for the administration, compliance, and strategic support of all group benefit programs for all Globus employees. This role will serve as a key partner in delivering competitive and compliant health, welfare, retirement, wellbeing, and leave programs across the US.
The Senior Benefits Specialist will ensure proper and timely delivery of benefits and issue resolution for participants. The job requires the individual to be a team player with the ability to function well in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment.
Essential Functions:
- Administer and support employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, wellbeing, and leave benefits across the US
- Assists with annual renewal of employee benefit programs and administer the annual open enrollment process
- Provides benefit orientations, presentations and plan change communications
- Works collaboratively with the Payroll Manager to ensure employee benefit contributions and adjustments are processed accurately and timely
- Analyze benefits data and workforce trends to provide insights and recommendations that improve operational efficiency, employee engagement, and program effectiveness
- Assists with onboarding activities including benefits enrollment and orientations
- Coordinates leave of absence and return to work with employees, managers and insurance vendors
- Administers Short-term/Long-term disability and Family and Medical Leave claim processing and tracking
- Manages all workers compensation claims by handling initial assessment, gathering documentation, reports information to insurance carrier and counsels employees on treatment protocol / options
- Coordinates monthly Occupational Health visits as well as annual on-site clinics for services.
- Assists in the administration and governance of the Globus’s 401(k) retirement plan, including enrollments, contributions, distributions, compliance testing, audits, Form 5500 reporting, and regulatory compliance with ERISA and IRS requirements
- Processes invoices for all benefits plans, ensures accuracy of billing information and timeliness of payments
- Ensures HIPPA compliance
- Maintains the company’s OSHA 300A & Sharps Log
- Processes annual 1095 requirements.
- Partners with COBRA, FSA and HSA vendors
- Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies.
- Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
- Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
- 5+ years of benefits administration experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel (HR software experience is a plus)
- Strong knowledge of health and welfare plans, retirement plans, and leave administration governance
- Basic knowledge of federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125 and workers’ compensation
- Knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125 and workers’ compensation
- Experience with Workday HRIS platform
- Strong project management, analytical, organizational, and vendor management skills
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to change
- Maintain confidentiality and a high level of ethics in all matters and interactions
- Must be a team player
Physical Demands:
The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Required to possess specific visons abilities, including: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus.
Our Values:
Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.
Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in benefits specialist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, or CBP certification strongly preferred by Pennsylvania employers
- Two or more years of benefits administration experience in a multi-state or large employer environment
- Working knowledge of ERISA, ACA compliance, and Pennsylvania state leave regulations
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP, or Oracle for benefits data management
- Strong analytical skills and experience preparing open enrollment communications and vendor reporting
Benefits Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a benefits specialist in Pennsylvania?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in human resources or business administration followed by entry-level HR or benefits coordinator experience. Pennsylvania does not issue a state-specific license for benefits specialists, but employers widely expect credentials such as the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist designation offered through the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans or the SHRM Certified Professional credential. Gaining experience with benefits administration in healthcare or higher education organizations, which are dominant employers in Pennsylvania, strengthens candidacy considerably.
How much do benefits specialists make in Pennsylvania?
Benefits specialists in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $70,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,400 for the lowest 10% to over $120,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire benefits specialists in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring benefits specialists in Pennsylvania right now include PPG, Stack AV, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's large healthcare networks, universities, insurance carriers, and financial services firms generate consistent demand for benefits professionals year-round.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most benefits specialist jobs?
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and York have the most benefits specialist openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its concentration of major hospital systems, insurance headquarters, and Fortune 500 employers, while Pittsburgh's strength in healthcare and higher education drives steady demand, and the Lehigh Valley's large distribution, manufacturing, and regional medical centers account for openings outside the two major metros.
Are there remote benefits specialist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and more than many HR specialties. Benefits administration is largely desk-based and data-driven, which makes it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 60% of benefits specialist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves HRIS management, vendor coordination, and employee communications. Tasks tied most closely to remote work include open enrollment support, leave case management, and benefits reporting.
How can I get hired as a benefits specialist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an HR coordinator or HR generalist role at a large Pennsylvania employer, particularly within healthcare systems like UPMC or Penn Medicine or at major universities, where HR support staff rotate through benefits functions. Pursuing the SHRM-CP credential or completing coursework through the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans signals commitment to the specialty. Lateral experience in payroll, leave administration, or HR data entry translates directly and is commonly listed as acceptable background in Pennsylvania entry-level postings.
Where can I find and apply to benefits specialist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to benefits specialist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Pennsylvania employers. Search the available roles, identify the positions that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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