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Employee Benefits Renewal Checklist

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Benefits renewal periods are an opportunity to revisit your employee offerings and make adjustments that attract top talent. 

With this Employee Benefits Enrollment Checklist, you can make the employee benefits renewal process smooth and efficient. Tailored for US HR departments and company administrators, this checklist offers a clear guide to help you minimize disruptions and get the most out of your benefits package during the renewal period.

What you’ll gain

  • Clear steps: Follow easy-to-understand guidelines that walk you through each stage of the renewal process
  • Improved efficiency: Save time and resources by sticking to a structured plan, ensuring nothing is missed when plans renew
  • Boosted employee satisfaction: Fine-tune your benefits package to better meet employee needs, leading to a more engaged and happy workforce

Who should use this checklist

This checklist is a must-have for HR departments and company administrators who manage employee benefits. Whether you’re handling health insurance renewals for a small business or a large organization, this tool will help you tackle the complexities of benefits renewal with confidence.

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Key steps included

  1. Review current benefits package: Take a close look at your existing benefits options to see what’s working and where improvements can be made
  2. Engage with employees: Collect feedback from your team to ensure their needs and preferences are reflected in the benefits package
  3. Consult with providers: Work with your insurance companies and insurance carrier to explore new options and negotiate the best possible renewal rates for your group health insurance plan
  4. Update compliance requirements: Make sure all employee benefits are in line with the latest legal and regulatory standards for healthcare
  5. Communicate changes: Craft a clear communication plan to keep employees informed about any updates to their benefits package during the open enrollment period
  6. Enroll employees: Offer straightforward instructions and support during the open enrollment period to make the process easy for everyone
  7. Monitor and adjust: Keep an eye on how the benefits package is performing and make adjustments as needed to maintain its effectiveness

Kickstart your benefits renewal process with confidence. Download the Employee Benefits Enrollment Checklist now and ensure a smooth, efficient, and compliant renewal period for your team.

FAQs

Reviewing your current benefits package helps you identify what’s working well and what needs improvement. This ensures that your offerings align with employee needs and helps you make informed decisions during the renewal process.

You can gather employee feedback through pulse surveys, focus groups, or one-on-one meetings. Ask about their satisfaction with current benefits options, any gaps they’ve noticed, and suggestions for improvement. This input is essential for shaping a benefits package that truly meets their needs.

When consulting with benefits providers, focus on exploring new options, understanding benefits costs, and negotiating renewal rates that align with your budget and employee expectations. Also, inquire about any new offerings or compliance updates that could impact your group health insurance plan.

Stay updated on the latest legal and regulatory changes affecting employee benefits. Consult with legal experts or your insurance carrier to ensure your benefits package meets all requirements and avoid potential penalties or issues.

With Deel’s Compliance Hub, you’re automatically notified of regulatory changes and updates that can impact your workforce.

Create a clear communication plan that uses multiple channels, such as email, meetings, and informational sessions. Provide detailed explanations of the changes, how they will affect employees, and where they can find additional resources or support during the open enrollment period.

Provide clear instructions and timelines, offer easy access to enrollment tools, and be available to answer questions. Consider hosting informational sessions or Q&A forums to walk employees through the process and address any concerns during the open enrollment.

It’s important to communicate deadlines clearly and send regular reminders about the renewal date. If someone misses the deadline, review your policy on late enrollments or changes and let them know the next steps they can take, if applicable.

Benefits packages should be reviewed annually, at a minimum, during the renewal process. It’s also wise to monitor employee satisfaction and industry trends throughout the year to make timely adjustments as needed.

Measure success by tracking employee satisfaction, engagement, and retention rates. Additionally, review how employees are using different benefits options and gather feedback to ensure the benefits package continues to meet their needs effectively.

With Deel PEO, you can offload your payroll, HR, and benefits administration to experts. You get access to benefits plans from leading providers and receive comprehensive support to solve state-to-state challenges with ease.

Or, use Deel US Payroll’s built-in Benefits Admin and consolidate all benefits into a single HR system. You can use your own preferred broker, or Deel can refer you to a benefits provider partner to set up and manage your benefits program.

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