This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your role at Baxter:Responsible for design, implementation, administration, surveys and special projects for benefit plans and leave programs.Promptly resolve business and employee issues as they arise.Interact with broader HR functions, as well as individual employees and outside vendors that support benefits administration.

What you’ll be doing:Provide support for global benefit plans, including new program design, existing program assessments and program design review.Assist in the design, development, launch and messaging of critical benefit program initiatives within global Baxter.Track and forecast benefit spend and assist in global benefits financial analysis.Responsible for administration of the organizations’ health and welfare plans and leave programs, including vendor management, data integrity and issue resolutionManage external vendors, including defining requirements, ensuring the transmittal of accurate and timely data to and from vendorsDevelop, implement, assess and redesign processes and procedures for accurate and timely benefit administration that meets or exceeds established service levelsPrimary subject matter expert for employee issue escalation, day to day plan administrationAssist with compliance of the company’s benefit programs, including FMLA, state and local paid leave programs, ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, Plan 5500 filings, etc.Develop and maintain relationship with HRIS with a focus on vendor interfaces and benefits/leave administrationOther responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, annual proxy, annual enrollment, audit compliance, year-end activities, assisting in mergers and acquisition benefit integration, and supporting other HR initiatives

What you’ll bring:3-5+ years of HR-related benefits experienceBachelor’s degree requiredPrior benefits administration/vendor management experience requiredWorkday experience preferred, but not required

Key Qualifications:Demonstrated financial competence and proficiencyStrong analytical and decision-making skillsEffective communication, influencing and negotiation skillsStrong relationship managementTechnology and business process orientationDetail orientedUnderstanding of HR operating environmentCustomer orientation and focus on continuous improvementSolid understanding of benefits administration, including benefits-related federal regulations such as ERISA and FMLA

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated rate range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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