Benefits and Wellbeing Specialist

Beazley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Benefits and Wellbeing Manager to lead a global benefits strategy and manage programs across various countries. This role requires a strong background in corporate benefits management with at least 7 years of experience, ideally in a global setting, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The offer includes a range of benefits and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Commuting reimbursement

Lunch in the office

Non-contributory pension scheme

Wellbeing allowance

Access to flexible benefits

Private healthcare for you and your family

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a corporate benefits lead role with global exposure.
• Subject matter expert on benefits, procedures, and processes.
• Experience in implementing new benefit plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global benefits strategy and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage benefits programs across multiple countries.
• Negotiate with benefits providers to optimize cost and service quality.

Skills

Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

Flexible in fast-paced environments

Strong presentation skills

Results-driven and self-motivated

Job description

Job Title:Benefits and Wellbeing Manager (18-month FTC)

Division:People and Sustainability

Location:UK - Birmingham or London

Job Summary

At the heart of the Beazley strategy are our people and culture. We are focused on attracting and nurturing talented colleagues who champion diversity of thought. The benefits we provide focus on the wellbeing of our people and are an integral part of life at Beazley.

The Benefits and Wellbeing Manager will be at the forefront of our global strategy that focuses on flexibility and consistency across our locations and provides employees with choice, stability and security, no matter what stage they are at in life.

Beazley

Beazley is a specialist insurance company with over 30 years’ experience helping people, communities, and businesses to manage risk all around the world. Our mission is to provide beautifully designed insurance, innovating to give our clients the maximum benefit with minimum hassle.

Our products are wide ranging, from cyber & tech insurance to marine, healthcare, financial institutions and contingency; covering risks such as the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons.

We operate in Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, the UK, and the US.

Our Culture

At Beazley, our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do. With over 2,500 employees worldwide, we celebrate diversity of thought, background, and experience. We foster a collaborative, flexible, and inclusive environment where colleagues are empowered to work in ways that suit their lives.

Our core values guide us:

• Be bold
• Strive for better
• Do the right thing

We’re proud of our ambitious Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability goals, and we support internal career growth through platforms like iLearn, LinkedIn Learning, mentorship programs, and sponsorship for external qualifications.

Why Join Us?

As a Beazley employee, you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits including:

• Commuting reimbursement
• Lunch in the office
• Non-contributory pension scheme
• Wellbeing allowance
• Access to flexible benefits
• Private healthcare for you and your immediate family
• And much more…

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Governance

• Oversee global benefits strategy and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Maintain compliance with local regulations and global governance standards.
• Oversee the Pension Governance Committees (UK & US) ensuring regular scheme updates and future planning sessions to enhance engagement and education amongst members.
• Ensure the tax positions of current and future benefits have been fully reviewed and monitored to ensure efficiencies.
• Set and manage team objectives throughout the year.

Program Management

• Manage benefits programs across multiple countries, including health, retirement, insurance, and wellness initiatives.
• Oversee the coordination and administration of all benefits-related processes, working closely with operations, administration, and payroll teams to ensure seamless execution and alignment across functions.

Vendor & Cost Management

• Negotiate with benefits providers and brokers to optimise cost and service quality.
• Monitor vendor performance and manage renewals.

Data & Reporting

• Analyse benefits data to identify trends, cost drivers, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare for leadership on program effectiveness and financial impact.

Employee Communication

• Develop clear communication strategies for benefits changes and enrollment periods.
• Act as a subject matter expert for employee queries and escalations.

Project Leadership

• Lead benefits-related projects such as harmonization, M&A integration, or policy updates.

Manage & develop

• Lead and manage one direct report (Benefits Advisor), providing clear direction and coaching, to support their professional growth.
• Actively develop the Benefits Advisor’s role and responsibilities, enabling them to take on more specialist tasks and broaden their expertise.

Personal Specification:

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to research and master complex, emerging issues through analysis.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Highly collaborative with ability to work across multi-functional teams companywide.
• Flexible and able to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to meet planned objectives, leading with a flexible and creative approach to respond to challenges.
• Strong presentation skills, including delivery of presentations to decision makers and business leaders and to your peer group on new/improved/changed benefit offerings.
• Ability to engage all levels through interpersonal, influencing, facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong commercial skills: able to understand the value of a contract, analyze the impacts of change providing alternative cost management options, ensure investments are valid and provide the best option for our employees.

Knowledge and Experience

• 7+ years in a corporate benefits lead role, with global exposure (UK & US are essential).
• A subject matter expert on benefits, procedures, and processes with a proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing health and welfare benefits in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Experience of implementing new benefit plans, including understanding of mandated and supplemental benefit offerings.
• Knowledge of global market trends, cultural and competitive practices and legislation, and benchmarking products and services.
• Proficient project management and benefits administration capabilities.
• Strong track record of international benefits, specifically US and UK.
• Pensions governance and administration experience.
• Proficiency in benefits technology and flexible benefitslin
• Strong vendor management and compliance expertise.

Aptitude and Disposition

• Results-driven and self-motivated.
• Professional approach, diplomatic, politically sensitive, and astute.
• Adaptable to responding to changing business priorities & responsibilities.

Competencies

• Analytical and critical thinking.
• Self-confidence and good judgement.
• Impact and awareness.
• Collaborative and approachable team worker.
• Integrity