We are seeking a dynamic and experienced International Benefits Program Manager to join our International Benefits team and lead the management, administration, and optimization of employee benefit and leave programs across the Asia-Pacific and Japan (APJ) region. The ideal candidate will have solid expertise in benefits management, a deep understanding of local legislative requirements, and a passion for improving employee wellbeing and engagement. This role will focus particularly on India while also overseeing benefit operations across the APJ region, specifically Australia, Japan and Singapore.
The position is an individual contributor role reporting to the Director, Benefits - EMEA/APJ.
Responsibility
Lead the annual benefits renewal process across the APJ region (Australia, India, Japan, Singapore), including liaising with brokers, insurance carriers, and other third-party vendors
Conduct in-depth cost and plan design analysis to ensure the most competitive offerings for employees while staying within budgetary guidelines
Negotiate plan terms, pricing, and renewal contracts to optimize benefit offerings and cost efficiencies
Conduct regular benchmarking against industry standards and competitors to ensure benefits offerings remain competitive and aligned with regional expectations
Use data-driven insights to advise on plan enhancements and support the long-term benefits strategy
Stay current on all relevant labor laws, benefit and leave regulations, and tax policies across APJ countries
Ensure benefit programs are stays in sync with local legal requirements and proactively address any legislative changes that impact employee leaves and benefits
Oversee the financial management of benefits programs, ensuring effective budgeting and cost controls
Track and report on benefit program expenditures, providing recommendations for cost optimization while maintaining high levels of employee satisfaction
Develop and promote employee wellbeing programs, including physical, mental, and financial health initiatives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. ERGs, IMPACT) to integrate wellbeing into the employee experience
Lead communication efforts to educate and engage employees on benefits offerings and the value of programs
Create clear, concise, and accessible benefits materials, and facilitate open channels for employee feedback on benefits-related matters.
Drive employee engagement by ensuring that benefits are seen as a key differentiator for the organization.
Own the implementation and maintenance of employee benefits portals, ensuring easy access to information and a user-friendly experience for employees across APJ
Partner with HRIS teams, payroll and third party providers to ensure the effective integration of benefits programs into HR and vendor platforms
Manage the companys leaves of absence programs across APJ countries, ensuring leave documentation is current and aligned with local regulations
Serve as a point of contact for employees and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) regarding LOA queries, and coordinate with payroll and HR Operations as needed
Collaborate closely with HRBPs to understand the evolving needs of the business and employees, ensuring that benefits strategies align with organizational objectives
Provide expert advice to HRBPs on benefits and leave-related issues, and support the integration of benefits programs into broader HR initiatives
Be a key driver for India s benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive and can support the entity s rapid growth and hiring agenda
Support site leadership All-Hands, through benefit presentations and FAQs
Support weekly onboarding and inductions as required
Act as a point of escalation for leave and benefit related issues arising in the IDC