Our Story

At Alight, we believe a companyu2019s success starts with its people. Alight embraces values that come directly from our people u2013 purposeful, human, united and growth-minded u2013 reflecting our inclusive culture and promise that our clients expect. We are passionate about connecting purpose with impact. Alight empowers clients to build a healthier and more financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, navigation, and absence management.

Our Benefits

With a comprehensive total rewards package, Alight offers programs and plans that support your mind, body, wallet, and life. Benefits include health, starting Day One. Additionally, Alight colleagues enjoy wellbeing programs, retirement plans, and career growth opportunities u2013 all within a thriving global organization.

Great Place to Work

Thanks to the work of every colleague, Alight has received multiple awards of recognition including u201CGreat Place to Worku201D for the past 7 years and Fortuneu2019s u201CBest Companies to Work For.u201D To learn more about our company culture and awards

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Senior Batch Specialist

Key Expectations

Configure, test, and maintain Alightu2019s proprietary Total Benefit Administrationu2122 (TBA) system to support client requirements
Deliver accurate analysis and test plans for low to medium complexity projects
Ensure smooth batch operations post-implementation and ongoing system stability
Support and monitor automated production jobs, addressing failures and ensuring smooth execution.
Mentor and coach new hires on batch configuration and test execution
Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance while meeting delivery timelines
Collaborate effectively with global teams and proactively communicate status and risks

Required Skills

Strong knowledge of US Benefits Domain (Health Management / Defined Benefits

/ Defined Contributions)

Hands-on experience with:
SQL (intermediate level)
SAS programming
Batch processing concepts
System analysis and testing (Unit & Integration)

Understanding of:
- SDLC principles
- Relational database concepts (tables, keys, queries)
- Data flows and batch processing logic
Ability to debug and troubleshoot system and code issues

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently

Role Description

The Senior Batch Specialist is responsible for configuring, testing, and maintaining Alightu2019s Total Benefit Administrationu2122 (TBA) system. The role involves delivering accurate analysis and test plans that reflect technical data extraction and coding requirements aligned with client needs.

This position works closely with client delivery teams to build and sustain a comprehensive system platform supporting all client requirements. Post-implementation the role ensures batch operations run smoothly and remain current.

In addition to technical responsibilities, the Senior Batch Specialist plays a key role in coaching and mentoring new associates, contributing to quality management, shared services support, and effective communication across teams.

Detailed Responsibilities

Production Support, Documentation & Ongoing Task Management u2013 65%
Quality Management & Testing u2013 10%
Coaching & Mentoring u2013 10%
Client & Internal Communication (SDT huddles, touchpoints) u2013 10%
Shared Services Support u2013 5%

Education

Bacheloru2019s degree in computer science, Mathematics, or equivalent analytical discipline
B.Tech / BCA / MCA preferred

Experience

Prior experience with Alight / Aon / Wipro is an added advantage

Behavioral & Cultural Expectations

Treats everyone with respect and dignity embraces diversity
Adheres to the Alight Code of Conduct
Demonstrates ownership, initiative, and accountability

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation for the hiring process.If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact .

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ disabled persons, disabled veterans, and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request reasonable accommodations/modifications by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not, now or in the future, require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

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