Director, Benefits – HR Center of Expertise

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

📋 Description

• Formulate and implement a comprehensive global benefits strategy that aligns with business objectives and enhances employee experience.

• Oversee the design, execution, and management of health, welfare, retirement, wellness, and leave initiatives across more than 30 countries.

• Provide strategic guidance for leave of absence policies and procedures.

• Develop governance frameworks and best practices for medical, family, disability, statutory, and other protected leaves.

• Collaborate with regional HR teams, brokers, consultants, and benefit providers.

• Cultivate relationships with global benefit vendors and oversee their performance, service delivery, contract negotiations, and ongoing improvements.

• Analyze market trends and benchmark programs accordingly.

• Propose solutions that improve employee experience while effectively managing costs and risks.

• Ensure adherence to relevant laws and regulations in all operating countries.

• Lead the annual renewal process, including strategy formulation, vendor assessments, and benefit offering optimization.

• Initiate process enhancements, technological advancements, and automation prospects.

• Produce executive reports, analytics, and insights to support data-driven decision-making and assess program effectiveness.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Progressive leadership experience in global benefits within a multinational organization.

• Demonstrated expertise in designing and managing benefits programs across various countries.

• Knowledge of global market practices and local statutory requirements.

• Proven success in managing global benefit vendors, brokers, and consulting partners.

• Strong understanding of U.S. employee benefits.

• Experience in overseeing international benefits initiatives.

• Ability to develop benefit strategies that balance employee experience, market competitiveness, compliance, and financial management.

• Strong analytical abilities to interpret data, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations.

• Established capability to influence senior leaders and foster trusted partnerships throughout the organization.

• Experience in leading organizational change, process enhancements, and technology initiatives.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

• Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, global environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field.

• An advanced degree or professional certifications are advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health benefits programs.

• Welfare benefits programs.

• Retirement programs.

• Wellness programs.

• Leave programs.

• Opportunities for professional development through leadership, coaching, and fostering a high-performing team.