Benefits Director – Americas

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the strategic design, management, and administration of comprehensive benefits programs.

• Create and implement a long-term benefits strategy that aligns with employee well-being, engagement, talent retention, and organizational goals.

• Conduct market benchmarking and analysis to evaluate benefits offerings.

• Collaborate with senior HR and business leaders to assess workforce requirements and customize benefits solutions accordingly.

• Direct the implementation of wellness programs, financial wellness education, and flexible benefits options.

• Work alongside Finance to manage benefits budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.

• Supervise and mentor a Benefits Specialist.

• Act as the escalation point for complex benefits issues and vendor management.

• Oversee the planning and execution of open enrollment.

• Collaborate with HRIS and IT teams to enhance benefits enrollment, tracking, and reporting systems.

• Lead vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance management of providers.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• Prepare and manage Form 5500, ACA reporting, and audits.

• Develop and enforce benefits policies and documentation.

• Create strategic benefits communication plans and spearhead educational initiatives through workshops, webinars, and digital resources.

• Collect employee feedback via surveys and focus groups to improve benefits offerings.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• Over 10 years of progressive experience in benefits strategy, administration, and compliance.

• At least 3 years in a leadership position with direct management responsibilities.

• Experience in multi-state or global benefits administration, ideally in the biotechnology or life sciences industry.

• A strategic, analytical, and data-driven mindset towards benefits management.

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, with a track record of developing and guiding a team.

• In-depth knowledge of compliance requirements and risk mitigation related to employee benefits.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to handle sensitive employee matters discreetly.

• Proficiency in HRIS and benefits platforms.

• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.

• Familiarity with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, and state-specific mandates.

• Relevant certifications such as SHRM-CP, SPHR, or CEBS are advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonuses.

• Equity-based incentive program.

• Generous vacation policy.

• Paid wellness days.

• Support for learning and development opportunities.

• Competitive salaries.