EMEA Benefits Specialist

Maximum ManagementFrazer Jones USA; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global brand in London is seeking an EMEA Benefits Specialist to design and manage employee benefits across multiple countries. This role requires a seasoned professional with expertise in statutory and supplementary benefits, along with exceptional stakeholder management skills. The position offers a competitive salary of approximately £90,000 plus bonus, and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a world-class HR function.

Qualifications

• Seasoned benefits professional with deep EMEA experience.
• Strong knowledge of pensions, insurances, wellness, and leave policies.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage employee benefits across multiple EMEA countries.
• Partner with HR, Legal, and Finance for compliance and competitiveness.
• Lead annual renewals and vendor negotiations.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Benefits design and implementation

Knowledge of statutory and supplementary benefits

Strategic thinking

Job description

EMEA Benefits Specialist

Location: London, City

Type: Permanent

Salary Indicator: Approx. £90,000 + Bonus

About the Company

We’re partnering with one of the most admired global brands – a true powerhouse in its industry, known for innovation, excellence, and a people-first culture. This is a rare opportunity to join a business that sets the benchmark for employee experience across the globe. Their EMEA HR function is world-class, and this role sits at the heart of it.

The Role

This is a high-impact, senior-level team level contributor position – ideal for someone who thrives in a strategic, complex environment and wants to make a real difference without the distractions of people management. You’ll be the go-to expert for benefits across the EMEA region, shaping and evolving programs that touch thousands of employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the design, implementation, and governance of employee benefits across multiple EMEA countries
• Partner with internal stakeholders (HR, Legal, Finance) and external vendors to ensure compliance, competitiveness, and cost-effectiveness
• Lead annual renewals, benchmarking, and vendor negotiations
• Act as a trusted advisor to HRBPs and senior stakeholders on all things benefits-related
• Monitor legislative changes and market trends to keep programs future-fit
• Drive continuous improvement and harmonization across the region

Who We’re Looking For

• A seasoned benefits professional with deep EMEA experience – ideally across multiple countries
• Strong knowledge of statutory and supplementary benefits, including pensions, insurances, wellness, and leave policies
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills – credible, consultative, and commercially savvy
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and complexity in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
• Someone who can operate at a strategic level but isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves

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