The Benefits Manager for EMEA will work on a broad range of employee benefits and pension issues, policies and programmes across the region, working with local HR & management with responsibility for pension and benefit programme review, design and implementation.
Responsibilities Include:
• Design and develop benefit policies and programmes ensuring proper consideration is given to the firm's philosophy, market practice and local legislation • Provide input & advice on implementation of programme(s) • Actively manage the development of benefit communications and implementation efforts • Ensure appropriate support on benefits for sales, acquisitions & out-sourcing • Ensure operational and administrative processes are effective. Identify and implement process improvements. • Develop recommendations on and manage the harmonisation of terms and conditions post acquisition, ensuring alignment with the firm's business strategy and benefits programmes • Communication of new benefit initiatives • Acts as the company expert in respect of employee benefits • Support the Head of EMEA Benefits in the development of the company's benefits strategy • Work with individual countries to develop new policies and/or revise existing policies which meet local market and tax requirements. • Work closely with Corporate Human Resources in the US and partner with the business on benefits issues.
Who we're looking for
Successful candidates for the Benefits Manager - EMEA rolewill be able to demonstrate the following: • In depth understanding of pensions and benefits, including knowledge of international benefits. • Demonstrated track record of managing pension arrangements including DB, DC and Stakeholder plans • Up to date knowledge of current benefits legislation • Knowledge of benefits administration practice/processes • Excellent project management skills • A consultative and persuasive style • Hands on flexible team player • Proficient user of Microsoft office packages, with advanced level Excel • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, together with a relevant professional qualification, e.g. PMI
About our client
London, Professional Services
What's on offer
Competitive Salary and benefits
Michael Page Contact For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0) 20 7831 2000. Job Ref: 13178533 Your application will be sent to Carly Perry.