Global Benefits Director

Lead the development and execution of a global benefits strategy, with primary ownership of U.S. health and welfare programs Ensure benefits programs are aligned with cost targets, market positioning, and overall Total Rewards strategy Design and optimize benefits across the U.S., UK, and Ireland (medical, pension, and risk benefits) Own U.S. health and welfare programs, including medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and disability Drive plan design, vendor strategy, and cost management initiatives Lead renewals, RFPs, and vendor management to optimize performance and cost outcomes Ensure compliance with U.S. regulatory requirements (ACA, ERISA, etc.) Oversee pensions, medical (where applicable), and insured benefits in the UK and Ireland Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements (e.g., UK pensions, auto-enrolment, Irish frameworks) Partner with Finance to manage budgets, forecasts, and cost reduction initiatives Develop and validate cost models, savings opportunities, and ROI Establish governance, reporting, and KPIs to monitor performance and drive accountability Lead implementation of plan changes, vendor transitions, and new programs Ensure accurate and timely execution in partnership with Payroll and Technology Drive process improvements and identify opportunities to reduce manual effort Identify and manage financial, operational, and compliance risks across benefits programs Establish strong controls across systems, vendors, and processes to ensure data integrity and accuracy Partner with senior stakeholders (HR, Finance, and Business Leaders) to align strategy and decisions Lead communication strategies to improve employee understanding and engagement Navigate complex and sensitive decisions with clarity and influence Lead and develop a lean team supporting U.S., UK, and Ireland benefits Define a clear operating model, ensuring work is performed at the appropriate level across the team and shared services Partner with People Services to ensure effective employee support and issue resolution Requirements 15 years of experience in benefits / total rewards, with deep U.S. health and welfare expertise Experience within a large professional services organization Working knowledge of UK and Ireland benefits (pensions, medical, regulatory requirements) with the willingness to deepen expertise Proven experience managing complex, global programs and vendor relationships Strong financial acumen (cost modeling, budgeting, forecasting) Experience in a fast-paced, high-change environment (private equity experience preferred) Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field required Master's degree preferred Certifications preferred: CEBS, SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP, other relevant benefits or compensation certifications #J-18808-Ljbffr