General Manager, Benefits
DeelAbout the role
Who we are is what we do.
Deel and our family of growing companies are made up of global teams dedicated to helping businesses hire anyone, anywhere, easily.
The team comprises over three thousand self-driven individuals spanning over 100 countries, and our unified yet diverse culture keeps us continually learning and innovating the platform and products for customers.
Companies should be able to hire the best talent anywhere in the world, so we are building the best platform to make that a reality. Our market-leading technology, expertise, and global team are crucial to the platform’s success. We deliver the best products and features in our space, enabling millions of jobs worldwide and connecting the global workforce with the best companies and opportunities.
Why should you be part of our success story?
A 30-mile hiring radius should no longer dictate how companies hire because exceptional talent lives everywhere. Deel sees a world without hiring borders and endless talent that pairs perfect candidates with great companies.
We offer global teams all the tools they need to hire, onboard, manage, pay, and scale at full speed. We aim to foster a diverse global economy by building a generational platform that seamlessly connects companies with talent worldwide.
After our successful Series D in 2021, we raised another $50M in 2023, doubling our valuation to $12B. There’s never been a more exciting time to join Deel — the international payroll and compliance market leader.
What you’ll do at Deel
Deel is a global leader in enabling workforce mobility through innovative solutions. As we continue to scale, we are seeking a visionary and results-driven General Manager (GM) to lead and expand our Benefits business on behalf of our customers all over the world.
As General Manager of Benefits, you will report to the COO and lead the P&L and develop the strategic direction for our global benefits solutions. Your approach will help deliver and manage competitive benefits, solving complex international benefits challenges for our partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Own and drive P&L performance for the global Benefits business unit, optimizing costs and revenue across brokerage services.
Develop and execute a comprehensive business strategy to meet diverse customer needs across multiple employment types and geographies.
Partner with product teams to build scalable benefits solutions, focusing on multi-country coverage, cost efficiency, and streamlined administration.
Lead with data, using market insights and customer feedback to guide business decisions and product evolution.
Drive cross-functional alignment and execution, ensuring seamless collaboration between teams.
Champion the Benefits business unit's growth initiatives, including new market expansion and strategic carrier/vendor partnerships
Provide thought leadership on global benefits trends, including regulatory compliance, innovative benefit offerings, and strategic carrier partnerships
Optimize broker networks and carrier relationships to enhance benefit offerings while managing costs
Drive innovation in benefits technology integration and administration to improve user experience and operational efficiency
Act as a key decision-maker and advocate for the Benefits business within the broader organization.
Qualifications:
15+ years of experience across operations and/or human capital management
Demonstrated success scaling high-growth businesses and driving P&L performance at senior leadership level
Track record of leading complex, global teams in fast-paced, matrixed organizations
Strong domain expertise in HR tech, particularly in global benefits including brokerages, is highly valued.
Deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complexity and prioritize effectively.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams and levels of seniority.
Enthusiastic about joining Deel and contributing to the success of the Benefits business.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a high-growth technology company or startup environment.
Familiarity with workforce mobility solutions and adjacent industries.
Total Rewards
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