Role: EMEA Benefits Manager
Package: £70,000 - £75,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
Location: Uxbridge - Hybrid
The Advocate Group is partnered with a world leading beverage brand in their search for an EMEA Benefits Manager. The Benefits Manager is responsible for the employee benefits lifecycle across 40+ countries, including the management of the Benefits Specialists set-up of all benefits programs and the ongoing administration, compensation reviews, benchmarking, relocation package recommendations and other HR projects and initiatives as assigned. The position will ensure compliance with all applicable laws and Company policies and procedures. This position will collaborate with the HR colleagues in their respective areas of responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
* Full-cycle benefits functions including strategic planning, negotiating, and implementing a wide variety of comprehensive employee benefit plans, services, and programs across the EMEA region;
* Conducts day to day enrollment and changes into the benefit programs, reconciliation of the invoice(s), conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance and accuracy, research trends in the market and facilitate renewals and open enrollment liaising the payroll and A/P;
* Work closely with the payroll team to administer salaries and benefits;
* Manage services suppliers for pension and private medical and become the main point of contact for staff and for pension providers;
* Support the annual salary review on behalf of EMEA region;
* Conduct research and make recommendations on compensation packages and incentive programs;
* Provide analysis to support improvements in the Benefits area;
* Benchmark local and global suppliers and policies against the market;
* Design and deliver EMEA Benefits principles and strategy;
* To take the lead in Benefits related projects and other Projects where your area of expertise may be required;
* Collate, analyse, monitor and report on benefits data, it’s integrity and risks (threats and opportunities) and escalate as appropriate;
* To assist the HRD – Systems, Insights, Benefits and Payroll with HRIS system issues and reporting in their absence;
* To support, coach and guide the Benefits Specialists
Experience:
* Benefits qualification or equivalent work experience.
* Knowledge of statutory laws regarding employment practices, wage and hour requirements.
* EMEA experience preferable.
* Must be organised, able to multitask and manage competing priorities while maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor with all levels of the organisation.
* Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
* A forward thinking, perceptive individual, capable of influencing others and effectively interacting with individuals at all levels of the Company. Excellent customer service and team oriented.
* Attention to detail, accuracy, ability to prioritize/multi-task and met deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* An enthusiastic team player with a strong drive to create a positive work environment.
* Strong internal customer focus, along with a desire to learn all aspects of the business.
* Flexibility, adaptability and ability to shift priorities based on the organizations’ needs.
* Self-motivated and able to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions, take ownership/accountability and operate with minimal supervision.
* Integrity, professionalism, discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality essential.
* Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, etc.)
* Professional in Human Resources an advantage
Please get in touch with Lee McNally or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.
Call: 07590863306
Email: lee.mcnally@advocate-group.co.uk
The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.
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