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Benefits Analyst roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Employers in insurance, healthcare, and financial services regularly file H-1B petitions for this title, making it a viable path for skilled professionals seeking U.S. work authorization.
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ABOUT THE ROLE:
Grade Level (for internal use):
10
The Team:
The Americas Benefits Team is responsible for various benefits initiatives across the US, Canada, and LATAM. The Benefits Team works closely with the rest of the People Team to ensure the company’s policies and benefits are best in class.
Responsibilities and Impact:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical HR Benefits Analyst to support the design, administration, and optimization of employee benefits programs, with a primary focus of US. This role is responsible for analyzing benefits data, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing vendor relationships, and communicating with employees and helping them resolve issues. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with a service-oriented mindset.
- Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, wellness, and much more.
- Analyze benefits utilization, costs, participation trends, and employee feedback to recommend improvements.
- Support annual open enrollment planning, communication, system testing, and employee education.
- Ensure benefits programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ACA, COBRA, FMLA, ERISA, HIPAA).
- Maintain accurate employee benefits data in HRIS and benefits administration systems.
- Reconcile benefits invoices and coordinate billing discrepancies with vendors.
- Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for HR leadership and finance teams.
- Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits inquiries and issue resolution.
- Partner with payroll to ensure accurate deductions and benefits-related adjustments.
- Evaluate vendor performance and assist with contract renewals and RFP processes.
- Support benefits audits and documentation requests.
- Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and employee experience.
Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,817 to $129,994. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Basic Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience with US Benefit programs
- Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent relevant experience.
- Knowledge of statutory laws and regulations
- Ability to analyze, interpret and consolidate data as a practical approach to building robust processes and policies
- Ability to engage and communicate effectively with employees, understand their needs, and educate others on our benefit programs
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent Microsoft application skills (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook)
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Workday knowledge is a plus
- A self-starter that is detail oriented and motivated to achieve results
- Strong teamwork mentality and ability to work across functions
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Our Mission:
Advancing Essential Intelligence.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we’re able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
- Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
- Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
- Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
- Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
- Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.
- Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
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S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Benefits Analyst
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires your degree field to relate directly to benefits analysis. A degree in HR, finance, actuarial science, or business administration satisfies this. A general studies degree without coursework in compensation or employee benefits may trigger an RFE.
Check employer LCA history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Benefits Analyst roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This tells you which companies have already navigated the DOL certification process for this specific occupation, not just for visa sponsorship broadly.
Target industries with consistent H-1B demand
Health insurance carriers, third-party benefits administrators, and large self-insured employers file H-1B petitions for Benefits Analysts regularly. These employers have established HR and legal infrastructure for sponsorship, reducing the friction of educating a new employer on the process.
Request the prevailing wage tier in your offer
Ask your prospective employer which DOL wage level they intend to certify on the LCA. Level I and Level II filings can affect your negotiating position and signal how the employer classifies the role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for your metro area before accepting.
Document your benefits-specific technical credentials
Certifications like CEBS or CBP strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your H-1B petition. Compile documentation showing your work requires theoretical and practical application of benefits plan design, ERISA compliance, or actuarial analysis, not just administrative processing.
Clarify who owns the filing timeline at offer stage
Confirm whether your employer will file a standard or premium processing petition before you resign any current role. A standard H-1B petition can take several months, and if you're changing status from another visa, your gap in authorized work status could affect your start date.
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Find Benefits Analyst JobsBenefits Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Benefits Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Benefits Analyst roles generally qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as human resources, business administration, finance, or actuarial science. USCIS evaluates the specific duties listed in the job description, so positions that focus on plan design, compliance, or data analysis carry a stronger case than roles that are primarily administrative.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Benefits Analysts?
Employers most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Benefits Analysts include large health insurance carriers, benefits consulting firms, Fortune 500 companies with sizable HR operations, and healthcare systems. These organizations file LCAs with the DOL regularly for this occupation code. You can search verified sponsoring employers by role on Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies with documented H-1B filing history for Benefits Analyst positions specifically.
Can a Benefits Analyst role support an H-1B if my degree is in a different field?
It depends on how directly your degree relates to the work. USCIS accepts degrees in HR, business, finance, economics, or actuarial science for this role. If your degree is in an unrelated field, your employer will need to demonstrate through your job duties and any professional certifications that your background still meets the specialty occupation standard. An RFE is more likely in that scenario.
What happens to my H-1B if I change employers while working as a Benefits Analyst?
Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before you begin work with them. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start the new job once the transfer petition is filed and received by USCIS, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer files a new LCA with the DOL certifying the prevailing wage for your role and location.
How do I confirm a Benefits Analyst role meets the prevailing wage requirement?
Your employer is required to pay at least the prevailing wage for the role in the specific geographic area where you'll work. You can check prevailing wage levels for Benefits Analyst positions using the OFLC Wage Search, which draws from Bureau of Labor Statistics data and the O*NET occupational classification system. The LCA your employer files with the DOL must certify the offered wage meets or exceeds that threshold.
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