Health and Welfare Analyst

Who is Yum! Brands?

Ready to make your mark at an iconic global powerhouse? Join Yum! Brands - the parent company behind KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill - and be a part of our reinvention for Greater Growth.

We are a culture-driven company where innovation, collaboration, and passion fuel everything we do. We’re seeking talented individuals to make a difference across our global business. Whether you’re just starting out or stepping into leadership, you’ll help shape our future by delivering results that matter and bringing your smart, heart, and courage to the table.

If you’re ready to grow with a company that values curiosity, high performance, and meaningful work—join us. Let’s build the future of Yum! together!

About the Job:

As a member of the Total Rewards team, the Health and Welfare Analyst oversees the administration of health and welfare benefit programs for all U.S. brands—impacting team members at every level, from restaurant employees to executives. In this role, the analyst will manage day-to-day benefit operations including enrollments, issue resolution, vendor partnerships, and compliance filings. The position plays a lead role during open enrollment, driving employee education, and continuously looking for ways to improve processes and enhance the employee experience. This is an opportunity to make a difference by delivering meaningful, high-impact benefits that support the well-being of our people.

Salary Range: $78,300 – $92,000 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day benefits administration including enrollments, life events, and system updates in Oracle, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Serve as a primary contact for employee benefit inquiries and issue resolution, partnering with vendors and the healthcare coordinator to address escalations and provide exceptional support to employees and retirees.
• Lead Open Enrollment planning and execution, including vendor coordination, system testing, and configuration to ensure a seamless experience.
• Develop and deliver employee-facing communications and education, such as guides, webinars, and info sessions, while resolving post-enrollment issues promptly.
• Identify and implement process improvements while managing administrative projects that enhance benefits operations and employee experience.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience
• Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with multiple teams across the organization to identify and resolve healthcare-related issues
• Ability to handle issues involving sensitivity, confidentiality and legal exposure

Benefits: Employees (and their eligible family members) may enroll in the following types of insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, legal, and accidental death and dismemberment, as well as FSA/HSA (depending on enrolled medical plan). Yum! also provides short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Employees may enroll in our 401(k) plan. Yum! provides 4 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a floating day off and 2 paid days for volunteer time each calendar year. To learn more about working at Yum! -Click here. 

At Yum!, one of our core values is to Believe in ALL People. This means seeing the value in everyone and unlocking their full potential to be their best self. YUM! Brands, Inc. (including its subsidiaries Yum Restaurant Services Group, LLC (“YRSG”) and Yum Connect, LLC (“Yum Digital and Technology”)(collectively, “Yum”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. Yum! is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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This posting will be open for a minimum of two weeks. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected.

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Yum! Brands, Inc., based in Louisville, Kentucky, and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of over 59,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries and territories under the company’s concepts – KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill. The Company's KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands are global leaders of the chicken, Mexican-style food, and pizza categories, respectively. Habit Burger & Grill is a fast casual restaurant concept specializing in made-to-order chargrilled burgers, sandwiches and more. In 2024, Yum! was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America, and the company was recognized among TIME Magazine’s list of Best Companies for Future Leaders, Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies and USA Today’s America’s Climate Leaders. Yum! also received widespread recognition in 2023, including being listed on the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index; and Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity. In addition, KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands were ranked in the top five of Entrepreneur’s Top Global Franchises Ranking for 2023.