Benefits Program Manager Retirement & ESPP (Hybrid)

AECOM has an opening for a Benefits Program Manager - Retirement Plans to join our Global Benefits & Well-being team in our Dallas office or a hybrid work location. The role provides professional level support to the ongoing administration of AECOMs retirement benefits program. The qualified candidate should have diverse exposure to various forms of retirement/financial plans such as stock programs (employee stock purchase plans ESPP). defined contribution defined benefit plans and non-qualified deferred compensation arrangements.

This position will offer some flexibility for hybrid work schedules to include both in-office presence and telecommute/virtual work and can be based from anywhere in the US where AECOM has an office location.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as the primary ESPP subject matter expert owning plan administration design recommendations and participant experience.
• Oversee ESPP operations across enrollment purchase periods payroll deductions refunds qualified dispositions and data file maintenance.
• Maintain ESPP benefits records manage vendors and ensure accurate data exchange and reconciliations.
• Support ESPP communications including educational materials explaining plan design and employee value.
• Ensure compliance with IRC Section 423 global tax regulations and securities laws.
• Collaborate with Total Rewards Compensation and Equity teams to ensure alignment across benefit programs.
• Partner with Legal Finance Tax Payroll and Equity Administration teams to align operations with financial reporting and payroll processes.
• Support plan governance activities including committee meetings fiduciary documentation audits and RFPs.
• Research ESPP expansion globally
• Identify opportunities including the use of AI to improve operational efficiency automate processes and enhance the employee experience.
• Act as a trusted advisor to HR leadership to research analyze and resolve issues timely.
• Monitor industry trends regulatory developments and best practices in retirement and stock programs.
• Serve as back-up for Qualified and Non-Qualified plan administration.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Finance Business Administration or related field plus at least 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Significant hands-on ESPP experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Section 423 ESPP SEC regulations ERISA DOL and IRS requirements.
• Prior experience managing global ESPP programs for publicly traded company stock programs.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with both defined contribution savings and defined benefit pension plans is preferred
• HRIS/Payroll/Benefit systems such as Workday ADP and ORACLE experience is preferred 

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time