UKG Ready Implementation Specialist – Benefits & Payroll Integration (Contract / Consulting Role)
Support role
Time- US SHIFT HOURS (6 : 30 PM IST- 3 AM IST)
Contract Based
Overview :
We are seeking an experienced UKG Ready Implementation Specialist with deep expertise in benefit plan configuration and payroll integration . The ideal candidate will lead the design, build, and testing of a unified Critical Illness (CI) plan within the UKG Ready system.
This initiative involves consolidating multiple existing CI plans (Employee, Employee + Spouse, Employee + Child, and Family) into a single, tiered plan with dependent coverage rules and age-banded premium structures , aligned with Symetra’s Critical Illness policy and pricing .
Key Responsibilities
- Configure a new unified Critical Illness plan in UKG Ready .
- Consolidate multiple CI plans into one plan with multiple coverage tiers (Employee, Employee + Spouse, Employee + Child, Employee + Family).
- Apply age-banded premium rates for employee and spouse coverage as per the pricing sheet, ensuring dependent children are included at no additional cost .
- Implement complex coverage rules and validations , including :
- Spouse coverage cannot exceed the employee’s elected coverage.
- Children are automatically included for “Employee + Child(ren)” or “Employee + Family” tiers.
- Ensure deduction and earning codes are properly mapped to payroll and aligned with the Partner CI setup.
- Validate and test the plan configuration within the UKG Ready Benefits module .
- Conduct end-to-end testing prior to open enrollment to ensure a seamless employee experience.
Qualifications
3+ years of hands-on experience in UKG Ready or UKG Pro (Benefits Administration & Configuration).Strong understanding of benefit plan setup , coverage levels , and payroll deduction mapping .Proficient in defining and implementing eligibility rules , dependent coverage tiers , and evidence of insurability (EOI) workflows.Experience supporting open enrollment cycles in UKG.Working knowledge of benefit data integrations (EDX files) .Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.Why Join
Opportunity to lead a high-impact configuration project in a modern HRIS environment.Collaborate with experienced benefits and HR technology professionals.Flexible, project-based engagement with potential for future UKG-related initiatives.