Benefits Analyst, Health and Welfare (Total Rewards)

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.
As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.
VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.
About the Role
We’re on the lookout for a curious, collaborative Benefits Analyst, Health & Welfare who’s excited to learn, jump in, and help make our benefits programs even better. If you like solving problems, working with data, and being part of a collaborative team, this might be your kind of role.
You’ll play a key part in keeping our benefits running smoothly while helping create a great experience for employees. No two days look exactly the same — and that’s part of the fun.
What You’ll Be Doing
Benefits Operations & Compliance
Help keep our medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and wellness plans running smoothly
Support compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, and other regulations
Assist with annual filings (5500 forms), audits, and compliance testing
Jump in wherever needed — we’re big fans of team players and utility hitters
Vendor & Partner Collaboration
Work closely with vendors, carriers, consultants, and internal teams
Keep an eye on service levels and help resolve issues when they pop up
Take part in RFPs and vendor evaluations
Speak up, ask questions, and share ideas — we value fresh perspectives
Data, Insights & Problem Solving
Dig into claims data and trends to uncover opportunities for improvement
Build dashboards and reports that tell a story
Help with budgeting and forecasting
Stay curious and always look for smarter, more efficient ways to work
Employee Experience & Communication
Help create clear, engaging communications for employees (open enrollment, wellness campaigns, etc.)
Assist with more complex benefit questions when needed
Bring a people-first mindset and a willingness to learn the ins and outs of benefits
Projects & Teamwork
Support or lead benefit projects like plan updates or system implementations
Collaborate closely with Payroll, Legal, Finance, and HRIS teams
Stay flexible and adaptable as priorities shift
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance, or a related field
4+ years of experience in health and welfare benefits (self-insured experience is a plus)
Solid understanding of benefits compliance and regulations
Comfortable working in Excel, HR systems (Workday, ADP), and with data
Eager to learn, ask questions, and take on new challenges
Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative, proactive, and not afraid to raise your hand
Organized, detail-oriented, and great at juggling multiple priorities
Additional Details
Benefits & Perks: This role comes with a great benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and other great perks. You can learn more on the Benefits page of the Versant Media Careers site. (
Compensation: The salary range for this role is $85,000–$100,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
Work Style: This is a hybrid role, with an expectation to be in the office at least three days per week. Schedule may vary based on business needs.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.
VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.