Benefits Consultant Senior-Retirement

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Benefits Consultant Senior within PNC's HR Strategy and Risk organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH. As a(n) [position title] within PNC's [name of division] organization, you will be based in [city/state location of position]. Key Responsibilities Provide consulting and administrative support for 401(k), pension, and other qualified retirement plans. Analyze retirement plan data, troubleshoot complex issues, and translate findings into actionable recommendations. Support retirement plan operations, including distributions, compliance testing, and day-to-day plan administration. Review and interpret discrimination testing results and assist with annual regulatory filings, including Form 5500 preparation and review. Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure plan compliance and operational excellence. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in the retirement services industry, retirement plan administration, or a Third-Party Administrator (TPA) environment. Strong knowledge of 401(k) plans, pension plans, discrimination testing, distributions, and retirement plan compliance. Experience with Form 5500 reporting and retirement plan regulatory requirements. Advanced Excel and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, and tell a compelling story through insights. Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and client-facing communication skills. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Job Description Conducts research and analysis, clerical tasks, the implementation of benefits programs and policies, and other activities associated with the organization's employee benefits such as employee wellness and work life programs. Conducts benefits analysis activities including the research, analysis, evaluation, and administration of corporate benefits plans and programs. May lead the execution of the organization's wellness and work-life programs and activities. Ensuring all benefits programs and activities comply with related federal and state rules and regulations, e.g. Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Assisting in the design and implementation of corporate benefits programs, policies, and procedures. May also direct the design and implementation of the organization's wellness and work life programs, policies, and procedures. Working with appointed vendors for outsourced benefits programs to ensure employees questions and issues are properly resolved. PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Qualifications Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licencures needed to be successful in this position. Preferred Skills Benefits Administration, Benefits Analysis, Benefits Management, Benefits Strategy, Coordination of Benefits (COB), Employee Benefit Programs, Employee Benefits Communication, Employee Benefits Program Design, Employee Compensation and Benefits, Health Insurance Competencies Benefits Programs, Business Acumen, Data Gathering and Analysis, HR Legal and Regulatory Environment, Human Resources Policies, Strategies And Environment, Workforce Analytics Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered. Education Bachelors Licenses No Required License(s) Language Assessments No Required or Preferred Language Assessments Pay Transparency Base Salary: $40,000.00 - $106,250.00 Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance. Application Window Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 07/21/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion. Benefits PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature) dental and vision options employee and spouse/child life insurance short and long-term disability protection 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans dependent care reimbursement account back-up child/elder care adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement educational assistance, including select programs fully paid a robust wellness program with financial incentives In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave up to 11 paid holidays each year 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level and years of service To learn more about these and other programs, visit pncthrive.com. Disability Accommodations Statement If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please include 'accommodation request' in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call View phone number on click.appcast.io and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. 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