Senior Benefits Manager LATAM

Confidential; Curitiba; Presencial; BRL 150.000 - 220.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading multinational corporation seeks an experienced professional for a strategic leadership role in managing employee benefits across Latin America. This position entails developing a comprehensive benefits strategy, overseeing program design and compliance, and enhancing employee experience. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in benefits management, fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and experience with HRIS platforms. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills are paramount for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualificações

• 10+ years of experience managing employee benefits in a multi-country role across Latin America.
• Proven success in benefits management within a high-growth tech or multinational environment.
• Deep understanding of regional benefits practices and legislation.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute benefits strategy across Latin America.
• Design and manage benefits programs for multiple markets.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and reporting.
• Develop communication strategies for employee benefits.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

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

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.