Global Benefits Specialist II

Job Description

Job Title: Global Benefits Specialist II [630]. Location: Boca Raton, Florida, USA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Responsibilities:

• Administer global employee benefits programs, including health and welfare, retirement, wellness, and voluntary benefits.

• Manage benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, terminations, and other employee benefits transactions.

• Work with Payroll, HR, Finance, vendors, and brokers to ensure accurate benefits administration and payments, and resolve employee issues.

• Audit benefits data, payroll deductions, and vendor files to maintain data accuracy.

• Support annual Open Enrollment, benefits renewals, and other recurring benefits activities;

• Manage global leave of absence administration, from eligibility through return to work, while ensuring compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and local statutory requirements.

• Prepare reports and analyze benefits data to identify trends and support decision-making.

• Conduct benchmarking to assess the competitiveness of benefits programs.

• Reconcile discrepancies in benefits data and records.

• Assist with regulatory compliance, reporting, and required employee communications.

• Participate in benefits projects, system improvements, and vendor implementations.

• Maintain benefits documentation, knowledge resources, and standard operating procedures.

• Respond to employee questions and provide guidance on benefits programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• At least 3 years of progressive experience in benefits administration, benefits analysis, Total Rewards, or Human Resources.

• Experience administering employee benefits programs and understanding applicable regulations in a multi-state or global environment.

• Experience using Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), payroll systems, and benefits administration platforms.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, and data analysis.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

No separate preferred qualifications were specified in the original job description.

Benefits and Compensation:

Base salary: $80,000 to $109,000 per year.

D-Wave's total rewards package may include:

• Competitive base pay.

• Company equity ownership.

• Performance-based bonuses.

• Employee benefits.

• Additional perks and rewards.

The recruiter will explain the full compensation and benefits package during the interview process. The final offer will depend on the candidate's skills, experience, and proficiency at this job level.

Company Culture and Values:

D-Wave looks for employees who:

• Explore new possibilities and work toward ambitious goals.

• Communicate openly and listen to others with empathy.

• Respect different opinions and perspectives.

• Take responsibility for their decisions and deliver results;

• Support teamwork and help colleagues grow.

• Encourage learning, coaching, and professional development.

D-Wave values employees with different backgrounds and levels of experience and aims to provide an inclusive environment that supports career growth.

Other Information:

• Work arrangement: Hybrid, based in Boca Raton, Florida.

• Third-party candidates: Applications submitted through third-party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted.

• Equal opportunity: D-Wave provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

• Application safety: Candidates should apply only through the official D-Wave Careers website.

• Recruitment fraud warning: D-Wave does not use text messages or third-party messaging apps to communicate with applicants and will never request fees or financial commitments. Authentic recruitment emails will come from an @dwavesys.com address.