Benefits Consultant

CVS Health

Benefits Consultant supporting internal communications for employee benefits programs at CVS Health. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure clear and accurate messaging regarding benefits offerings.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona, Illinois, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $54,300 - $145,860 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employee benefits communication, including the development and review of benefits-related materials for accuracy and clarity. Proven ability to build strong client relationships and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance employee understanding of benefits programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Employee Benefits ExperienceSummary Plan Descriptions (SPDs)Benefits Communication DevelopmentClient-Facing Role ExperienceProject Management Tools (Workfront)

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Hard Skills

Benefits Program KnowledgeProofreadingEditingContent DevelopmentData AnalyticsComplianceCreative Brief CreationCommunication StrategyBenefits EducationPlan Document Review

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityCollaborationClient Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

WorkfrontProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Medical BenefitsDental BenefitsVision BenefitsLife InsuranceRetirement PlansEmployer-Sponsored BenefitsClient ServicesAccount ManagementCross-Functional TeamsCreative Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the communications team in ensuring optimal understanding of benefits programs.
Provide updates on any changes in benefits or programs that will impact employee experience and communications materials.
Provide strategic counsel and develop a long-lasting “trusted advisor” relationship with account management team and client stakeholders.
Proactively meet with the client not only on projects, but also to stay connected to the business needs and ensure an excellent working relationship.
Assist in the creation of creative brief and content outlines for communications projects.
In partnership with copy team, own and be accountable for the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of all benefits-related communications across deliverables.
Partner with copywriters and designers to provide benefits education and review communications materials during and after creative development for quality, consistency, accuracy and clarity.
Own key internal knowledge base (benefit plan descriptions, content libraries, etc.) and work with copy team to ensure consistency and accuracy across all materials.
Engage with third-party benefits vendors and administrators to interpret plan changes and help translate them into clear, actionable communications strategies.
Help synthesize data analytics and reporting to inform opportunities to improve employee experience and understanding of benefits.
Make recommendations to the communications and account teams.
Assist in the organization of an annual strategy meeting with the client.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7+ years of experience in employee benefits, including a broad range of benefit programs such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans (401(k)), and other employer-sponsored benefits.
Strong knowledge of Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs), plan documents, and other benefits-related materials.
Demonstrated experience reviewing, proofreading, editing, and developing benefits communications and plan descriptions for accuracy and clarity.
Experience utilizing Workfront or similar project management tools to manage workflows, track deliverables, and coordinate internal review processes.
Previous experience in a client-facing role, such as benefits consulting, account management, client services, or a related function.
Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams and incorporate feedback in a collaborative and constructive manner.
Experience partnering with creative, marketing, communications, or content development teams to produce high-quality client-facing materials.
Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and adaptability, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing business needs.