Employee Benefits Consultant

Job Summary As a Senior Benefits Consultant on the U.S. Benefits team, you’ll lead the administration and continuous improvement of Cardinal Health’s leave and disability programs while supporting benefits projects for our expanding Navista/MSO (Management Services Organization) population. Responsibilities Manage day-to-day operations for Cardinal Health’s leave programs, including FMLA, short term and long-term disability, parental, and personal leaves. Serve as the primary contact for the external leave vendor (e.g., MetLife), ensuring high quality service delivery and timely resolution of escalations. Partner with HR Operations, Payroll, Legal, and Employee Relations to ensure compliant, consistent leave administration and accurate pay continuation. Lead MSO-specific leave management efforts—configuring entity-specific processes, onboarding new practices, and aligning policies across multiple EINs. Support reporting and project management for MSO benefits initiatives, including annual enrollment, plan onboarding, and vendor transitions. Track milestones and deliverables to ensure timely execution of benefits projects and accurate communication to stakeholders. Collaborate across HR, Finance, Legal, and Procurement to drive operational alignment and compliance. Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and the employee experience. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in related field (Human Resources, Business, etc.) or equivalent work experience, preferred. 5+ years of experience in employee benefits, leave management, or HR operations within a complex or multi-entity organization preferred. Strong understanding of FMLA, ADA, and state leave regulations. Proven experience managing third‑party vendors and monitoring service‑level performance. Advanced Excel and data‑management skills; Power BI or Tableau experience a plus. Finance background or experience with financial reconciliation or cost tracking a plus. Strong project‑management, communication, and relationship‑building skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver results in a matrixed environment, and operate with discretion and professionalism. Anticipated Salary Range $105,100–150,100 Bonus Eligible Yes Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off plan Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short- and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs Application Window Application window anticipated to close 07/17/2026 *if interested in the opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. Equal Opportunity / Affidavit Statement Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr