Benefits
At The People Edit, we know that benefits are one of the most visible and valued parts of your Total Rewards strategy — but also one of the most complex to manage. From navigating renewals and open enrollment to ensuring compliance, keeping costs in check, and communicating clearly with employees, benefits can quickly overwhelm even the best HR teams. We simplify the process by combining deep expertise with hands-on support, so you can offer competitive, compliant, and cost-effective programs that your employees truly understand and appreciate.
Program Review & Strategy
Benefits program audit – A comprehensive review of your current benefits program to identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Plan design & contributions benchmarking – Compare your plans and employer contributions against industry and market benchmarks to ensure competitiveness.
Broker optimization – Evaluate broker performance and fee structures to confirm you’re getting the right level of service and value.
Self-funding readiness and transition – Assess your organization’s readiness for self-funding, and guide you through the transition with minimal disruption.
Benefits renewal strategy – Partner with you and your broker to ensure renewals are negotiated effectively, costs are managed, and employee impact is minimized.
Open Enrollment & Employee Communication
Open Enrollment project management – Timeline development, coordination with vendors, and execution to ensure a smooth and stress-free OE season.
Employee-facing benefits communications & guides – Clear, engaging materials that help employees understand and use their benefits.
New hire and Open Enrollment presentations – Virtual or in-person sessions to walk employees through benefits options.
Benefits onboarding for new hires – A structured “first 30 days” benefits journey to ensure new employees feel supported.
Employee surveys & feedback – Collect input from employees to measure benefit effectiveness and guide future plan design.
Cost Management & Analytics
Claims and utilization analysis – Identify cost drivers in medical, pharmacy, and wellness programs to guide smarter plan design.
Stop-loss coverage review – Evaluate stop-loss arrangements to protect your organization when self-funded.
Wellness & population health initiatives – Build or refine programs that improve employee well-being while containing long-term costs.
Implementation & Vendor Management
Implementation support and project management – Manage vendor transitions, system implementations, and benefit launches so nothing falls through the cracks.
Vendor management and escalation support – Act as your partner in addressing service issues and holding vendors accountable.
M&A benefits integration and transition planning – Align and harmonize benefits during acquisitions or divestitures to minimize disruption.
Compliance & Governance
401(k) and retirement plan support – Oversight of plan compliance, testing, and vendor coordination to ensure your retirement benefits remain in good standing.
ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and state-mandated compliance – Guidance and oversight to reduce compliance risks and avoid costly penalties.
Form 5500 preparation/oversight – Support with filing requirements and accurate reporting.
Leave & Time-Off Integration
Leave of Absence coordination – Align LOA, disability, FMLA, and PFML programs for consistency and compliance.
PTO & sick leave compliance – Benchmark and manage policies to remain compliant across multiple states and jurisdictions.
Other
Voluntary benefits strategy – Explore add-ons like pet insurance, student loan repayment, or lifestyle stipends to enrich your package.
DEI-focused benefits design – Evaluate offerings through a diversity and inclusion lens, including fertility, gender-affirming care, and caregiver support.
International benefits coordination – Help global employers navigate country-specific requirements and benefits alignment.
