Global HR Benefits Consultant

How about a Job That Works For You? 🤔 

Ever dreamt of a profession where you call the shots on where you work? Welcome to Safeguard Global! We're all about making work fit your life, not the other way around. 🦸 

Our Work in Any Way approach means you can call your couch your office or a café halfway across the world your boardroom, while still having the flexibility to make school runs and essential errands which may end up in a detour to a scenic park to continue your work day and meet deadlines. 🛣️ 

How you will make a difference:

• Resolve client escalations and actively work with clients to improve engagement.
• Support clients and internal teams to ensure the successful implementation of benefit plans
• Provide training to the Global Benefits Team to ensure plans and changes are understood
• Research and evaluate benefit programs and policies and stay up to date on trends and best practices
• Advise clients and internal teams on regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to global and country benefit regulations
• Provide guidance and coaching to the benefits and HR teams on handling complex issues or inquiries.

• Responsible for developing and maintaining benefit processes and related documentation
• Assist and support benefits projects using effective analytical skills to improve benefits offerings in line with business goals & financial objectives
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to streamline our approach to the management of benefits.
• Participate in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities.
• Manage assigned client base ensure key metrics and SLAs are adhered to.
• Communicate complex information to educate clients’ employees on their benefit options and exclusions
• Analyse and evaluate clients' needs based to determine the best benefit option for their situation
• Develop, support. and maintain the strategy, development, design, communication, and implementation of compliant global benefits, including benefits structure, cost analysis, and renewals.

What will make you stand out: 

• 4+ years international benefits administration experience with a strong knowledge of country legislation and benefits design including varying legal requirements, cultural norms and global market practices. Team management experience a plus.
• 2+ years in a consultative client facing role.
• Thorough understanding of benefits principles, practices and procedures while recognizing the impacts of employee benefits laws, regulations and compliance
• Proven track record of dealing with senior level executive leadership, up to and including C level.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences. Multi-language skills a plus
• High degree of success leading complex projects with documented plans to drive actions and achieve objectives.
• Aptitude for analytical thinking and creative solutions with strong decision-making skills
• Ability to deal with and navigate through transitions and ambiguity to drive successful change initiatives
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, leadership and others to create a results driven, team-oriented environment.

About Us: 

We’re not bound by traditional ways of doing things. Yep, we handle global solutions for over 1500 clients, but what really sets us apart is our vibe. We’re a community of 2000+ Guardians, spread-out all-over 50+ countries, united by our dedication to a remote first and flexible workforce.  🌎 

Why become a Guardian:  

• 🌏 International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into