Global Benefits Strategy Leader

Freshfields; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Manchester is seeking a Global Head of Benefits to drive strategic benefits initiatives and enhance employee experience. You will lead a team while ensuring the firm's offerings are innovative and compliant with regulations. Strong leadership experience and analytical skills are essential to manage global relationships and oversee benefits administration. This role is pivotal in defining a competitive benefits strategy and fostering a culture of engagement across the firm.

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing global benefits in a corporate or law-firm environment.
• Proven ability to translate trends and feedback into impactful programs.
• Strong leadership with a track record of team development.
• Confident use of benefits technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a global benefits strategy aligned to market intelligence.
• Oversee benefits administration ensuring effective processes and strong controls.
• Lead, coach, and inspire direct reports.
• Manage relationships globally ensuring value for money.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical capability

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Employee experience design

Tools

Workday

Benifex

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

A leading law firm in Manchester is seeking a Global Head of Benefits to drive strategic benefits initiatives and enhance employee experience. You will lead a team while ensuring the firm's offerings are innovative and compliant with regulations. Strong leadership experience and analytical skills are essential to manage global relationships and oversee benefits administration. This role is pivotal in defining a competitive benefits strategy and fostering a culture of engagement across the firm.