Benefits Manager

Our Mission Reflection’s mission is to build open superintelligence and make it accessible to all . We’re developing open weight models for individuals, agents, enterprises, and even nation states. Our team of AI researchers and company builders come from DeepMind, OpenAI, Google Brain, Meta, Character.AI, Anthropic and beyond. About the Role Reflection's team is global, growing fast, and made up of some of the most sought-after talent in AI. The benefits programs we offer need to reflect that. We're looking for a Benefits Manager to own our global benefits function end-to-end — designing programs that are competitive, cost-effective, and genuinely valued by our team. You'll work closely with the Head of Total Rewards to build the strategy, then execute it yourself. This is a high-ownership role with real scope: you'll manage complex vendor relationships, lead renewals and open enrollment, and expand our programs as we enter new markets. If you've built world‑class benefits at a high‑growth company and want to do it again at a place building something consequential, this is the role. What You’ll Do Own the design, administration, and ongoing management of global benefits programs. Lead annual benefits renewals, market reviews, and open enrollment processes. Manage relationships with brokers, consultants, insurance carriers, and benefits vendors. Evaluate and recommend benefits programs, wellbeing offerings, and employee perks to support attraction and retention goals. Partner with the Head of Total Rewards to develop and evolve the company's global benefits strategy. Negotiate plan design, pricing, and vendor contracts to ensure competitive and cost‑effective programs. Support benefits implementation and administration in new countries as the company expands internationally. Serve as the primary point of contact for complex employee benefits questions and escalations. Partner with People Operations, Payroll, Finance, and external vendors to ensure smooth administration of benefits programs. Monitor benefits utilization, participation, and cost trends, providing recommendations for optimization. Develop employee communications, education materials, and resources related to benefits programs. Ensure compliance with applicable benefits regulations and reporting requirements. What We’re Looking For 5–8+ years of experience managing employee benefits programs, preferably within high‑growth technology companies. Deep expertise in U.S. employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement, and leave programs. Experience leading annual renewals and open enrollment programs. Experience managing brokers, carriers, consultants, and external benefits vendors. Strong understanding of benefits plan design, funding models, and cost management strategies. Excellent project management and operational execution skills. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret utilization, enrollment, and cost data. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to balance employee experience, competitiveness, and financial stewardship. Comfortable operating independently in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience managing international benefits programs across multiple countries. Experience supporting global expansion and benefits implementation in new markets. Experience working with PEO, EOR, and international payroll providers. Familiarity with Rippling, Sequoia, or similar benefits administration platforms. Experience conducting vendor RFPs and contract negotiations. Experience supporting highly competitive technical talent populations. What We Offer: We believe that to build superintelligence that is truly open, you need to start at the foundation. Joining Reflection means building from the ground up as part of a small talent‑dense team. You will help define our future as a company, and help define the frontier of open foundational models. We want you to do the most impactful work of your career with the confidence that you and the people you care about most are supported. Top-tier compensation: Salary and equity structured to recognize and retain the best talent globally. Health & wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Life & family: Fully paid parental leave for all new parents, including adoptive and surrogate journeys. Financial support for family planning. Benefits & balance: paid time off when you need it, relocation support, and more perks that optimize your time. Opportunities to connect with teammates: lunch and dinner are provided daily. We have regular off-sites and team celebrations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Reflection