Senior Manager, Global Benefits

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the design, execution, and governance of non-U.S. benefits programs that encompass insurance, time off, and retirement plans.

• Act as the regional benefits authority, ensuring compliance with statutory mandates and alignment with market practices.

• Establish governance structures, processes, and operational models within a complex, matrixed global organization.

• Collaborate with U.S. HR, Legal, HRIS, Payroll, Finance, and Communications teams.

• Create governance frameworks, reporting mechanisms, and analytics to support regional strategy and harmonization of benefits across countries.

• Oversee regional and global vendors, including brokers, consultants, insurers, and third-party administrators (TPAs).

• Lead requests for proposals (RFPs), vendor selections, and their subsequent implementations.

• Conduct benchmarking and manage regional budget allocations.

• Assist in developing multinational risk strategies such as pooling and captive participation.

• Supervise benefits for globally mobile employees, including expatriates, inpatriates, and cross-border workers.

• Keep abreast of legislative changes and market trends.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive results in uncertain environments.

• Provide insights, trends, and recommendations to senior leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with at least 7 years of experience.

• At least 6 years of experience in international benefits with a strong emphasis on Canada and/or Latin America (Mexico preferred).

• In-depth knowledge of Canadian provincial programs and/or Mexican statutory and supplemental benefits.

• Proven experience in designing and administering benefits for globally mobile employees, including expatriates, inpatriates, and cross-border workers.

• Background in navigating a large, global, highly matrixed organization.

• Experience in establishing governance and operating models in environments with limited infrastructure.

• Familiarity with centralized global governance frameworks.

• Proven ability to manage regional programs within a global context.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing abilities.

• Proven track record of managing competing priorities and achieving results in a dynamic, cross-functional setting.

• Experience in conveying complex topics to senior leadership.

• Must have authorization to work in the U.S. without future company immigration sponsorship.

• Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) or a similar global benefits designation is preferred.

• Understanding of multinational benefits financing, including pooling and captive arrangements, is preferred.

• Familiarity with global mobility benefits providers and international health solutions is preferred.

• Experience with cross-border compliance and tax issues is preferred.

• M&A integration experience is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Short-term disability

• Long-term disability

• 401(k) matching

• Flexible spending accounts

• Flexible work schedules

• Employee assistance program

• Employee Scholar Program

• Parental leave

• Paid time off

• Holidays

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available