Benefits Specialist

Europe's leading AI company since 2009, is dedicated to breaking down language barriers and bringing cultures closer together. Our expertise in AI and neural networks has enabled us to create cutting-edge communication technologies for businesses, including the acclaimed DeepL Translator which offers 30+ languages, and DeepL Write, our AI writing companion. Our core offering includes a suite of products and tools made for businesses to communicate more effectively, both internally and with their customers around the globe.

Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI and build products that help drive better communication, drive connection, and make real-life impact. To do that, we need talented people, like you, who want to be a part of this exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.

What sets us apart
We are committed to innovation and to a nurturing work environment. Founded by developers and researchers, we spend a lot of time actively reviewing the latest trends in generative AI and software engineering. Known for pioneering AI technologies, we dive deep into cutting-edge research to create not only translations, but advanced language solutions. Combining our use of modern technology, comprehensive employee benefits with our open and welcoming work culture is what sets us apart.

When we tell people about DeepL as an employer, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. Maybe it's because of the products that have helped countless people worldwide, or maybe it's because of our shared goal of improving communication for individuals and businesses worldwide. What we're certain of is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team committed to innovation and the well-being of its employees.

Meet the team behind this journey

As a Benefits Specialist at DeepL, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing and managing our employee benefits programs. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure that our benefits offering is competitive, compliant and aligned with our overall business strategy. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail and a passion for improving employee experience.

Requirements

Your responsibilities

• Design and administer employee benefit programmes, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives and other benefits

• Conduct regular benchmarking and market research to ensure our benefits offerings remain competitive and meet the needs of our diverse workforce

• Develop a comprehensive 2-3 year strategic plan for benefits, aligning with organisational goals and financial forecasts

• Work with cross-functional teams, including People, Finance, Legal and external providers, to develop and implement benefits policies and procedures

• Manage relationships with benefits providers, negotiate contracts and oversee the annual renewal process to optimise cost and value

• Provide guidance and support to employees regarding their benefit options, eligibility and enrolment processes

• Analyse data and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of our benefits programmes and identify opportunities for improvement

• Develop and deliver employee communication and education materials related to benefits, including FAQs and workshops

• Stay on top of industry trends, best practices and legislative changes related to employee benefits and proactively recommend updates or enhancements to our programmes

• Serve as a subject matter expert on benefits issues and provide guidance to People Partners and other stakeholders as needed

What we offer

• Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing–we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network
• Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collabor