Benefits Analyst

About Us insightsoftware is a global provider of reporting, analytics, and performance management solutions that unlock the potential of business data and transform the way finance and data teams operate. We empower leaders from over 32,000 organizations to make timely and intelligent decisions. Our comprehensive solutions span Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Controllership, and Data and Analytics. We deliver finance teams the insights required to navigate any economic climate and drive greater financial intelligence, while increasing productivity, visibility, accuracy, and compliance. Learn more at insightsoftware.com. Job Description We are seeking an experienced EMEA Benefits and Absences Senior Analyst to join our EMEA HR team, based in Poland. This role offers the opportunity to lead benefits implementation and absence management across Europe, Middle East, and Africa, with the opportunity to learn about and support compensation practices. You will be a key technical resource supporting our EMEA benefit schemes, policies, and absence administration. Reporting to: EMEA HR Director (UK), with dotted line reporting to Director, Global Compensation and Benefits (US). Role Split & Focus 80% – EMEA Benefits and Absences 20% – EMEA Compensation. This is primarily a Benefits and Absences role. While compensation exposure is valuable, we can train a strong benefits specialist in compensation methodology. Your core expertise must be in benefits strategy, scheme administration, and absence management. Key Responsibilities Benefits & Absences Administration (80%) Manage and support the administration of health insurance, pension, statutory and voluntary benefit schemes across EMEA market Coordinate with local administrators, benefits providers, and insurance brokers across multiple countries to ensure compliance and timely delivery Develop and maintain absence management policies and procedures aligned with local employment law Manage return-to-work processes, sick leave, parental leave, and other statutory absences across diverse EMEA jurisdictions Monitor and report on absence trends, identifying risk areas and recommending interventions Ensure benefits and absence policies comply with local legal requirements and employment regulations Provide technical guidance to managers and employees on benefits entitlements and absence policies Manage benefits communication campaigns and educational materials for employees Compensation & Analytics (20%) Support compensation analysis and benchmarking activities as directed Assist in the development and maintenance of compensation data and equity analyses Collaborate on total rewards communications and annual salary review cycles Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners to develop competitive and equitable compensation recommendations. Perform compensation data audits to ensure the accuracy of job profiles, salary ranges, bonus targets, and other compensation-related data within Workday. Support regional compensation projects, including job architecture reviews, market benchmarking, sales compensation reviews, and organizational design initiatives. Cross-functional Collaboration Partner with Finance, Payroll, Compensation & Benefits team and HR Business Partners on benefits and absence matters Prepare reports, dashboards, and management information for leadership Contribute to process improvements and system implementations (e.g., benefits platforms, absence management systems, global broker implementation) Required Experience & Qualifications Minimum 5 years' direct experience in EMEA benefits and/or absence management Proven expertise in health insurance, pension schemes, and statutory absence administration across multiple countries Strong knowledge of benefits programmes in UK, France, Germany, Finland, and Netherlands; additional EMEA country experience is advantageous Experience managing multi-country payroll integration and benefits administration platforms Working knowledge of absence management best practices and occupational health liaison Experience with HRIS/HCM systems (e.g., Workday) is advantageous Fluent English; additional EMEA language skills are beneficial Knowledge, Skills & Competencies Technical Competencies Deep understanding of benefits scheme design, funding, and administration Proficiency in pension regulations (defined contribution, defined benefit, auto-enrolment) Knowledge of health and wellness programme management Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills Behavioural Competencies Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent stakeholder management across cultures and regions Problem-solving mindset and ability to navigate complex multi-country scenarios Clear written and verbal communication for both technical and non-technical audiences Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Poland-based remote role Opportunity to lead strategic benefits initiatives across a diverse EMEA region Collaborative team environment with exposure to compensation and broader HR strategy The salary range in Poland for this position is 128,000.00 to 160,000.00 PLN Annual. For sales roles, this range includes the commission target. For non-sales roles, this is a base salary only range; additional bonus eligibility may apply. Your specific offer within this range will be determined by your skills, experience, and qualifications. We are committed to pay transparency and fair compensation practices. If you have questions about our compensation approach, please don't hesitate to ask during the interview process. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Learn more about our high-energy, high-performance global team: Work With Us insightsoftware About Us: Hear From Our Team Background checks are required for employment with insightsoftware, where permitted by country, state/province. EEO/DEI Statement At insightsoftware, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. insightsoftware is a global provider of reporting, analytics, and performance management solutions that unlock the potential of business data and transform the way finance and data teams operate. We empower leaders from over 32,000 organizations to make timely and intelligent decisions. Our comprehensive solutions span Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Controllership, and Data and Analytics. We deliver finance teams the insights required to navigate any economic climate and drive greater financial intelligence, while increasing productivity, visibility, accuracy, and compliance. 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