Global Benefits Specialist – US Employee Benefits & Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +5 more countries.

📋 Description

• Assist in the design, implementation, and management of global benefits programs.

• Analyze and support the alignment of benefits programs with the overarching benefits strategy.

• Tailor benefits programs to meet regional requirements while ensuring consistency.

• Evaluate enrollment statistics, utilization rates, employee feedback, and other relevant benefits metrics.

• Generate reports that showcase trends, program effectiveness, and possible enhancements.

• Serve as a liaison for external vendors.

• Aid in vendor renewals and contract negotiations.

• Offer direct support to employees regarding benefits inquiries, troubleshooting, and options.

• Ensure compliance with benefits regulations and local legal requirements.

• Maintain records and documentation for audits and regulatory assessments.

• Provide training or guidance to employees on new benefits offerings.

• Assist in the annual benefits renewal and open enrollment activities.

• Collaborate with vendors to refresh plan details and effectively communicate changes to employees.

• Work alongside the Global Benefits Manager and cross-functional teams.

• Support US employee benefits and compliance, encompassing ACA, COBRA, Form 5500, 401(k), open enrollment, and FMLA administration.

⛳️ Requirements

• An Associate’s degree or equivalent education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline is required.

• A Bachelor’s degree or relevant HR certification (e.g., CEBS, SHRM-CP) is preferred.

• Over 3 years of experience in benefits administration and management.

• At least 2 years in a global or regional role is highly preferred.

• Demonstrated success in designing and managing intricate benefits programs.

• Experience in benefits administration and management for organizations with over 1,000 employees.

• Familiarity with HCM platforms, such as Dayforce, is strongly preferred.

• Experience in communicating benefits information to a diverse, global workforce.

• Capacity to work in a multinational environment, with knowledge of benefits regulations across various regions.

• Strong comprehension of regional benefits regulations and compliance mandates.

• Excellent analytical abilities to interpret and evaluate benefits data.

• Proven track record in managing vendor relationships and securing favorable contracts.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to present information to employees and leadership in a thorough and professional manner.

• Capability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Legal authorization to reside and work in one of the eligible countries.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible remote work arrangement.

• Full-time position requiring 40 hours per week.

• Comprehensive employee benefits programs and support.

• Training or guidance on new benefits offerings.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Reasonable accommodations available throughout the application and interview process.