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MERS

Retirement Analyst (Hybrid)

Lansing, MI · On-site

Ability to: * Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills in retirement benefits ... administration to verify accuracy of work and recognize possible errors or defects in systems and ...

MERS

Retirement Analyst (Hybrid)

Lansing, MI

Ability to: * Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills in retirement benefits ... administration to verify accuracy of work and recognize possible errors or defects in systems and ...

University of Miami

Sr. Benefits Analyst

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

$68K - $89K/yr

The Sr. Benefit Analyst supports effective benefits decisions by providing senior analytical ... Administers benefit plans such as 401k retirement plan and deferred compensation. * Prepares ...

National Oilwell Varco

Senior Benefits Analyst

Houston, TX

$69K - $91K/yr

S. health and welfare and retirement benefit programs. * Demonstrated experience analyzing large datasets and translating findings into business recommendations. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills ...

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NOV, Inc.

Senior Benefits Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$69K - $91K/yr

S. health and welfare and retirement benefit programs. * Demonstrated experience analyzing large datasets and translating findings into business recommendations. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills ...

New

NOV, Inc.

Senior Benefits Analyst

Houston, TX

$69K - $91K/yr

S. health and welfare and retirement benefit programs. * Demonstrated experience analyzing large datasets and translating findings into business recommendations. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills ...

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AHRC Nassau

Retirement Plans Administrator

Plainview, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Analyze retirement benefits costs and policies in an ongoing effort to reflect trends and maintain current legislative requirements * Prepare reporting for the IRS and Department of Labor; preparing ...

Addison Group

Benefits Analyst

New York, NY · Remote

$25 - $28/hr

The Benefits Analyst will administer employee leave of absence programs while supporting health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, compliance initiatives, and benefits reporting. This role ...

Addison Group

Benefits Analyst

New York, NY · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

The Benefits Analyst will administer employee leave of absence programs while supporting health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, compliance initiatives, and benefits reporting. This role ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for retirement benefit analyst in the United States is $72,338.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $82,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Retirement Benefit Analyst vs Pension Analyst?

AspectRetirement Benefit AnalystPension Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; certifications like CEBS or CPFA are commonBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related; certifications like CEBS are also typical
Work EnvironmentCorporate HR or benefits departments, consulting firmsFinancial institutions, pension funds, government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across private and public sectors managing retirement plansPrimarily in pension plan management and funding analysis
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles related to retirement benefits and plan managementFocus on pension plan analysis and funding strategies

Both roles involve analyzing retirement plans, but Retirement Benefit Analysts focus on overall benefit administration and compliance, while Pension Analysts specialize in pension funding and actuarial assessments. The roles often overlap in credentials and work environments, making them common points of comparison for professionals in retirement plan management.

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Infographic showing various Retirement Benefit Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,338 per year, or $34.8 per hour.

Retirement Analyst (Hybrid)

MERS

Lansing, MI • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

This position is hybrid and currently requires 40% of time in office and may work 60% remotely.
Participant Transaction Processing & Plan Administration
  • Review, process, and execute customer requests related to standard and complex transactions, including nonstandard retirement, death, and disability benefits.
  • Process a variety of participant transactions, including but not limited to employment changes, demographic updates, beneficiary updates, service credit purchase, refunding of service, and estimate calculations.
  • Review, resolve, and/or reconcile incorrect participant data, ensuring accuracy and adherence to the plan document.
  • Research and resolve complex plan provision questions and requests transferred by the service center analyst.

Cross-Functional Operations & Customer Engagement
  • Provide customer support through phone, email, and in-person counseling sessions.
  • Assist with onboarding new business groups and support external vendor communications for issue resolution.
  • Perform UAT testing, document user stories for bugs and enhancements, and collaborate with Business Process Owners and Business Analysts to translate business needs into technical requirements.
  • Lead operational projects and serve as a Subject Matter Expert during project planning and execution.
  • Create process maps for workflow tasks and cyclical operational activities.

Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Experience:
  • Experience working in a customer service environment with demonstrated superior customer service aptitude.
  • New employees will be placed into the role as a Retirement Analyst In-Training and will be eligible for a progression model based on knowledge, skills, abilities, and time in role.

Expertise
Knowledge of:
  • MERS products and/or financial retirement products.

Skills in:
  • Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
  • Active listening and a positive attitude, including a professional phone presence.
  • Microsoft Office products, with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Ability to:
  • Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills in retirement benefits administration to verify accuracy of work and recognize possible errors or defects in systems and processes.
  • Communicate effectively, both written and orally, to lead change.
  • Navigate multiple systems, apply critical thinking to work, and utilize processes in support of cross-functional training.
  • Be punctual and deadline conscious.
  • Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Be professional, courteous, and efficient with the public.
  • Learn and retain large amounts of information, utilize tools and resources, and provide accurate information to membership.
  • Perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment with a high level of accuracy leading to superior customer service.
  • Identify and troubleshoot critical issues, write user stories to justify proposed solutions, and implement effectively.
  • Maintain confidentiality of system information, documentation, and any sensitive information.

Physical Requirements
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; and talk or hear.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Working Conditions
  • Location: All work of this position will be performed on site at the MERS main office or at a remote work location.
  • Weather: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions.
  • Noise: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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