We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 1 Sep 2025

 

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

The Diabetes Operating Unit focuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community. As a business, we strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. We’re committed to meeting people with diabetes where they are in their journey, always with an aim to make their lives easier. Our portfolio of innovative solutions is designed to provide customers greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose control while spending less time managing their disease.

This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing administration of U.S. employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, wellness, and voluntary benefits across USA including Puerto Rico.
• Analyze plan performance and industry trends to make data-driven recommendations that enhance competitiveness, cost-efficiency, and employee value.
• Manage annual benefits renewal and open enrollment processes, including strategy development, employee communication, and system updates.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits escalations and complex employee inquiries.
• Oversee the administration of all LOA programs (FMLA, ADA, state-specific leaves, personal leaves, parental leave, etc.), ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage relationships with third-party leave administrators, ensuring timely and accurate processing, strong service levels, and seamless employee experience.
• Provide guidance and training to HR Business Partners and managers on LOA policies, accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
• Monitor LOA metrics, identify trends, and recommend improvements to optimize program effectiveness and minimize risk.
• Ensure all benefit and leave programs comply with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA).
• Partner with Legal, Payroll, HRIS, and external advisors to maintain plan documentation, filings (e.g., 5500s), and audit readiness.
• Maintain benefits-related policies, SOPs, and employee-facing content to ensure clarity and consistency.
• Lead vendor relationships for U.S. benefits and leave administration, including RFPs, performance reviews, and contract negotiations.
• Support the Leader of Total Rewards by having oversight of the benefits budget and forecasting, including regular tracking and analysis of costs, contributions, and utilization.
• Develop and execute communication and education strategies to enhance employee understanding and engagement with benefits offerings.
• Support well-being initiatives that promote employee health, resilience, and productivity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience.

Nice To Have:

• Prefer a degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; Master’s degree or HR certifications (e.g., CEBS, PHR, SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• Prefer 8+ years of progressive experience in U.S. employee benefits, with at least 2 years in a people leadership or senior-level individual contributor role.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations, best practices, and program administration.
• Experience managing LOA programs, including vendor oversight and compliance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex programs, influence stakeholders, and deliver employee-centric solutions.
• Proficiency with HRIS