Global Benefits Lead

Job Title Global Benefits Lead Location 280 Congress Responsibilities Responsible for operational management of the firm’s global benefit programs with a focus on US health and welfare and retirement plans, and ancillary benefit programs. Involved in all aspects of health and welfare programs, including program design, vendor selection and management, program implementation and customer service to employees. Review, recommend, and implement changes in benefit programs. Assure compliance with all federal and local regulations and related rules, including all government reporting requirements, reporting and disclosures. Effectively plan for upcoming deliverables and manage time to prioritize key responsibilities. Manage annual US benefits open enrollment. Partner with key internal stakeholders (committees, HR generalists, IT, Legal, Finance, Tax, and Payroll) to ensure efficient plan administration, cost reporting, and excellent customer service to employees. Assist with management of global vendor relationships, brokers, and consulting partners, including contract and plan negotiations, vendor selection, and monitoring of service level agreements. Design communication programs to enhance the value of benefit programs and increase employee understanding. Manage ad hoc benefit projects and vendor transitions and implementations. Identify and resolve issues with benefit plan vendors, HR technology, Tax and Payroll as they arise by leveraging available internal and external resources. Monitor external global benefit trends and participate in market surveys. Maintain benefit plan documentation including plan documents and policies and practices. Conduct new-hire benefit orientation sessions and employee communication sessions, as needed. Serve as a point of contact for benefit plan inquiries from employees and plan participants. Exhibit flexibility and resilience by adjusting focus and responsibilities based on team and organizational priorities. Qualifications BA/BS degree required. 10+ years of HR/benefits experience with demonstrated project management experience. Ability to balance tactical and strategic responsibilities and utilize resources to research and resolve inquiries. Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Excellent customer service skills and relationship building skills. Knowledge of applicable benefits regulations including ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, and ACA. Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated eagerness to learn and grow in benefits knowledge and expertise. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications with strong Excel skills. Workday experience preferred. Compensation and Benefits Base salary range: USD 120,000 - 225,000. Salary, variable compensation, and benefits. Retirement plan. Health and wellbeing coverage. Dental, vision, pharmacy coverage. Health savings account. Flexible spending accounts. Commuter program. Employee assistance program. Life and disability insurance. Adoption assistance. Back‑up childcare. Tuition/CFA reimbursement. Paid time off (leave of absence, paid holidays, volunteer, sick, vacation time). Work flexibility: Employees work from office 4 days a week with 1 day remote. Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management considers all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Accommodation for Disability If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr