Global Benefits Manager

We’re seeking an experienced Global Benefits leader to oversee the strategy, design, and administration of our benefits programs worldwide. This role will drive competitive, compliant, and scalable offerings while partnering cross-functionally to deliver a strong employee experience.

• Manage relationships with benefits brokers, vendors, and carrier representatives.
• Design and implement global benefits programs aligned with the company’s benefits philosophy.
• Lead global and U.S. annual renewals, including U.S. open enrollment planning, budget management, and recommendations for plan or cost-sharing changes.
• Oversee U.S. benefits compliance filings and audits, including Form 5500 and applicable state filings.
• Partner with the People team on benefits administration, including employee inquiries, claims support, eligibility, billing, COBRA, ACA, leave of absence, and disability.
• Manage the design, implementation, and administration of global benefit plans, including health, welfare, retirement, leave, and other programs.
• Conduct benchmarking and gap analyses to recommend competitive, cost-effective benefits strategies.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend scalable solutions.
• Manage a small team of benefits associates.
• Experience designing, implementing, and managing global benefits programs across multiple countries.
• Strong vendor and broker management experience, including renewals and negotiations.
• Hands-on experience with open enrollment, benefits renewals, and day-to-day program administration.
• Ability to partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and leadership on benefits strategy and operations.
• Experience improving benefits processes and working with HRIS and benefits platforms.