Benefits Manager, EMEA — AI-Driven Strategy

PIMCO; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PIMCO is seeking a Manager, Employee Benefits – EMEA in the United Kingdom to lead the enterprise benefits strategy across health, welfare, retirement, leave and wellbeing programs. This hands-on leadership role supports day-to-day operations, ensures accuracy and regulatory compliance, and guides senior leadership on benefits design and cost management.

The role requires deep EMEA benefits expertise, strong collaboration with cross-functional partners, and proficiency with Workday Benefits and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive or related experience in health and welfare benefits, including senior leadership engagement.
• Deep knowledge in EMEA benefits with exposure to global programs.
• Deep working knowledge in EMEA regulatory requirements and compliant program execution.
• Hands-on, high-accountability environment with strong execution and ownership.
• Strong operational rigor, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience managing vendors, brokers and external partners.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and executing with limited structure or resources.
• Strong communication skills for employees and senior stakeholders.
• Technical proficiency with Workday Benefits Module and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Comfortable working with data, automation or AI-enabled workflows.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the enterprise benefits strategy across health, welfare, retirement, leave and wellbeing programs.
• Operate as a hands-on contributor within a lean team, supporting day-to-day operations with accuracy and compliance.
• Advise senior leadership on benefits design, cost management and risk.
• Manage vendor relationships including health, risk, dental, EAP and retirement plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead the use of technology/AI-enabled tools to streamline processes and data quality.
• Oversee annual enrollment strategy and employee communications in the UK.
• Collaborate with People Ops, Payroll, Workday HR, Finance, Tax, Compensation and HR teams for delivery.
• Oversee managed service partners and administration of enrollment, audits, invoicing, deductions and subsidies.
• Provide support to global benefits team as needed.

Skills

Benefits strategy

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decisions

Tools

Workday Benefits

Outlook

Excel

Copilot

Job description

PIMCO is seeking a Manager, Employee Benefits – EMEA in the United Kingdom to lead the enterprise benefits strategy across health, welfare, retirement, leave and wellbeing programs. This hands-on leadership role supports day-to-day operations, ensures accuracy and regulatory compliance, and guides senior leadership on benefits design and cost management.

The role requires deep EMEA benefits expertise, strong collaboration with cross-functional partners, and proficiency with Workday Benefits and