Senior Benefits Analyst

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the regional subject matter expert for employee benefits across CEE, supporting design, implementation, and governance of benefit programs.

• Lead annual benefits review and renewal processes across CEE markets, liaising with brokers, insurers, and internal stakeholders.

• Conduct in-depth data analysis on regional benefit trends, costs, utilization, and competitiveness. Present findings and strategic recommendations to the Benefits Manager.

• Provide guidance on benefits-related queries and policy interpretation to HR Business Partners, managers, and employees.

• Drive continuous improvement by establishing streamlined processes, identifying efficiencies, and recommending technology or vendor solutions.

• Partner with external vendors, payroll teams, and HRIS to ensure accurate data flow, integrations, and smooth operations.

• Lead or support global and regional Total Rewards projects, including M&A integrations, benefit harmonizations, and systems enhancements.

• Deliver high-quality internal communications for benefit programs, including open enrolment materials, FAQs, and webinars.

• Support compliance with regulatory requirements, audits, and reporting obligations across relevant jurisdictions.

• Coach and mentor junior analysts or HR team members on regional benefits practices and tools.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in employee benefits or total rewards, ideally in a multinational or regional role within CEE.

• Deep knowledge of benefits regulations, market practices, and vendors across Central and Eastern Europe.

• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling).

• Demonstrated experience working with global HRIS systems e.g., Workday and benefits platforms.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across functions and cultures.

• Self-starter with a proactive mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong project management and vendor management capabilities.

• Fluency in English; additional languages from the CEE region are a plus.

Travel Requirements: <5% Minimal, infrequent travel 

Information Security: 

Information security is everyone’s responsibility.  A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role. 

Diversity, Inclusion & Equity: 

At Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment, where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work. Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity, diversity and equity in our workforce.