People Operations & Rewards Partner

The People Operations & Rewards Partner plays a key role in delivering a high-quality employee experience by supporting our benefits programs. This role is responsible for day-to-day benefits administration, data accuracy, compliance support, and analytical insights that help optimize our rewards offerings. The People Operations & Rewards Partner will collaborate closely across the broader People Operations & Rewards function, contributing to cross-functional projects, operational excellence, and cohesive employee experience.

Major Areas of Accountability
Benefits Administration

• Manage US and Canada employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, retirement, etc.) with accuracy and timeliness.
• Responsible for annual open enrollment, including system configuration, testing, employee communication, and vendor coordination.
• Interpret benefit plan provisions and policies to advise employees and internal partners on eligibility, coverage, and compliance requirements.
• Process benefits changes, enrollments, and qualifying life event requests.
• Responsible for resolving employee benefit issues and escalating or recommending process changes as needed.

Data & Systems

• Maintain benefits data integrity across HRIS, vendor platforms, and payroll systems using analytical skills to identify discrepancies and take corrective actions.
• Conduct audits, reconciliations, and invoice reviews, independently determining steps required to resolve variances.
• Monitor and troubleshoot HRIS and vendor file-feed errors, advising internal stakeholders on root causes and solutions.
• Manage and validate biweekly eligibility and enrollment file uploads to downstream benefit vendors, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions and partner with Finance on cost tracking and forecasting inputs.
  
  

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, IRS/DOL requirements, provincial/territorial legislation in Canada, and internal audit standards.
• Support required filings and reporting (e.g., 5500s, nondiscrimination testing, ACA reporting, provincial reporting).
• Maintain up-to-date plan documentation, SPDs, policies, and procedure guides.
• Recommend process enhancements to strengthen internal controls and compliance practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

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• Act as collaborative partner within the People Operations & Rewards team, contributing to cross-functional initiatives.
• Contribute to team planning cycles, process reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for enhanced efficiency and employee experience.
• Coloplast employees are required to conduct business to the highest ethical and professional standards; comply with applicable laws and regulations, the MedTech Code of Conduct, and company policies.
• Other job duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-3 years of experience in benefits administration
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and spot trends.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in interpreting policies, resolving issues, and recommending process improvements.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Commitment to teamwork and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with benefits compliance (ERISA, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA).
• Experience working with brokers, carriers, or third-party administrators.
• Experience in a multi-state employer environment with varying regulations.
• Knowledge of benefits plan design, renewal cycles, and vendor performance management.
  
  

At Coloplast, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the contributions of our employees. Our total rewards package is designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and ensure a healthy work-life balance. Here is some of what you can expect:

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy. Plus, access to company sponsored wellness programs and mental health resources, paid leave of absence for qualifying events and generous paid parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents.
• Financial Security: A competitive 401(k) plan with company match that vest immediately, financial planning services to help you secure your future, and corporate discount programs for goods and services.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, flexible work hours, and flexible work arrangement options to help you balance your personal and professional life may be available.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement through training programs, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition and Rewards: Recognition programs to celebrate achievements and contributions, including peer recognition, bonuses, awards, and special events.
• Community and Culture: A supportive work environment where everyone feels valued, and has a sense of belonging.  Participate in team-building activities, volunteer opportunities, and company-sponsored events. Sustainability strategy that outlines our ambitions for how to run our company in a more sustainable way
• Competitive Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $77,000 - $116,000. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses and/or incentives.

Pursuing an ambitious growth agenda, Coloplast develops and markets products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs. Employing about 16,000 people and with products available in more than 143 countries, we are one of the world´s leading medical device companies. We are constantly growing our business and always looking for new ways to move forward – we explore, learn and look for new ways of doing things.

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Coloplast employees are required to conduct business to the highest ethical and professional standards; comply with applicable laws and regulations, the Advamed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals, and company policies.

Coloplast is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) which means we employ and promote individuals based on their merits, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, status with regards to public assistance or any other protected classification.

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