Director, Global Benefits

The Director, Global Benefits will oversee the strategic planning and administration of employee benefits programs across the organization.  This includes developing and implementing benefit programs such as health, wellness, retirement plans, disability insurance, leave of absence and other employee benefits.  The Director also works to ensure compliance with global regulations and managing benefit contracts with vendors. 

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement a global benefits strategy that aligns with the organization’s overall business objectives and talent management strategy.

• Evaluate and enhance existing benefits programs to ensure they are competitive, compliant, and aligned with the company’s values and culture.

• Provide strategic input on benefits related to mergers, acquisitions, and business expansions.

Program Management:

• Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of comprehensive benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement, disability, leave of absence, and other employee benefits.

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements in each country.

• Ensure all reporting requirements of all relevant government rules and regulations, including the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).

• Monitor and manage benefits costs, ensuring programs are cost-effective and sustainable.

Vendor and Broker Management:

• Partner with Global benefits brokers.

• Evaluate external benefits providers, ensuring high-quality service and cost-effective solutions.

• Conduct regular assessments of vendor performance and make recommendations for improvements.

Employee Communication and Education:

• Develop communication strategies to educate employees about benefit options and promote engagement.

• Oversee the annual benefits enrollment process.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze benefits and survey data to assess program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.  Prepare and present reports for HR Leadership.

Market Trends and Best Practices:

• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in benefits management and integrate relevant innovations into the organization’s programs.

• Keeps up to date on current developments, legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess industry trends.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff

• Manages a Manager, Benefits and five benefits analysts and administrators

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

• Advanced educational degree or equivalent work experience, education concentration in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field is preferred.

• Ten+ years’ related experience in benefits management including leadership experience.

• Experience managing global benefits programs.

• Strong understanding of healthcare insurance markets and retirement planning.

• Professional certification (e.g. CEBS, Certified Benefits Professional, SPHR) is preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of global benefits programs, regulatory requirements and best practices.

• Experience with HRIS systems such as Oracle, Workday, or PeopleSoft and benefits management software.

• Experience working with cross functional global projects and/or teams.

• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Additional knowledge and skills:

• Strong interpersonal, oral, written communication, and consultative skills.

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

• Ability to travel as needed.