Senior Benefits Manager LATAM

Confidential; Alvorada; Presencial; BRL 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading multinational company in Brazil is seeking a Strategic Benefits Leader to develop and execute a comprehensive benefits strategy across Latin America. The role requires 10+ years of experience in managing employee benefits within a multinational environment. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and possess strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. This position offers an opportunity to enhance employee engagement through innovative benefits programs tailored to diverse workforce needs.

Qualificações

• 10+ years of experience in managing employee benefits in a multi-country regional role.
• Understanding of regional benefits legislation and market dynamics.
• Proven success in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute a benefits strategy across Latin America.
• Manage benefit programs, ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Lead regional harmonization and vendor relationships.

Conhecimentos

Leadership in employee benefits management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Fluent in English

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in Portuguese

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Ferramentas

HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute a comprehensive benefits strategy that supports the company’s growth and employee value proposition across Latin America.

Act as the regional thought leader on benefits trends, market practices, and digital innovations in the Global Rewards space.

Collaborate with Global Rewards and HR leadership to ensure benefits design aligns with global benefits strategy and vision.

Consult and guide the benefits team members as well as our brokers on the strategy and objectives for the benefits function overall.

Program Design & Management

Design and manage benefits programs—including health, retirement, life, disability, and wellbeing—across multiple Latin American markets (e.g., Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Peru).

Drive scalability and efficiency through regional harmonization, technology enablement, and vendor consolidation where appropriate.

Lead annual renewals, plan design changes, and benchmarking in partnership with global brokers and local consultants.

Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance metrics to ensure best-in‑class service delivery.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with local regulations, labor laws, and reporting requirements.

Collaborate with Legal, Payroll, and Finance to maintain robust governance and operational accuracy.

Monitor legislative developments and assess their impact on program design and cost.

Employee Experience & Engagement

Develop compelling communication strategies that help employees understand and value their benefits.

Partner with internal communications, HR, and local teams to integrate benefits into broader employee experience and wellbeing initiatives.

Champion wellbeing, inclusivity, and flexibility in benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Analytics & Continuous Improvement

Leverage data and market insights to drive benefits strategy and cost management decisions.

Track and report key metrics related to participation, utilization, and employee satisfaction.

Identify opportunities for process automation and digital transformation to enhance efficiency and employee experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

10+ years of experience with a leadership position managing employee benefits in a multi‑country regional role across Latin America.

Proven success in benefits management within a highly matrixed, high‑growth technology or multinational environment.

Deep understanding of regional benefits practices, legislation, and market dynamics.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional projects in a fast‑paced, matrixed organization.

Strong teamwork, analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

Passion for innovation, technology, and continuous improvement.

Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).

Skilled at balancing strategic vision with hands‑on execution.

Culturally fluent and adept at influencing across diverse teams.

Commitment to creating inclusive, employee‑centered benefits programs.