Interim EMEA Benefits Manager

Maximum ManagementFrazer Jones USA; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global Financial Services client is seeking an interim EMEA Benefits Manager to oversee benefits operations and contribute to employee wellbeing strategies. This role involves managing benefits programs, engaging with numerous stakeholders, and leading strategic improvements within a dynamic HR environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing EMEA and UK benefits programs.
• Strong understanding of regional statutory requirements.
• Ability to independently lead projects and resolve complex queries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and administer UK and EMEA benefit programmes.
• Lead benefits delivery and policy updates across jurisdictions.
• Drive benefit renewals and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Role: Interim EMEA Benefits Manager

Location: London (Hybrid working)

Contract Type: Day-rate, Ongoing Interim Assignment

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

We’re working closely with a global Financial Services client to recruit an experienced EMEA Benefits Manager into their high-performing People team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of regional benefits operations while contributing to broader wellbeing and employee experience strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and administer UK and EMEA benefit programmes, acting as primary point of contact for employees and external consultants
• Lead benefits delivery and policy updates across jurisdictions, including maternity/paternity, medical schemes, risk benefits, and regional pensions
• Drive benefit renewals, liaising with brokers, legal counsel, payroll and HR teams to ensure smooth execution and policy compliance
• Own and update all benefits communication materials – intranet pages, handbooks, onboarding content, and internal newsletters
• Partner with Payroll teams to manage joiners, leavers, auto-enrolment, salary changes, and deductions
• Deliver benefits inductions for new joiners and facilitate ongoing training and education around wellbeing and entitlements
• Lead budget tracking across EMEA and support global reporting cycles
• Act as a key representative on the UK Pensions Governance Committee and Wellbeing Taskforce, driving strategic enhancements and coordinating wellness activities
• Contribute to the global benefits strategy by identifying process improvements, assessing market trends, and proposing enhancements to the employee experience

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience managing EMEA and UK benefits programs, ideally within global corporate environment
• Strong understanding of regional statutory requirements and market trends across healthcare, pensions, and wellbeing
• Skilled communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders across HR, payroll, legal, and technology teams
• Organised and proactive, with a track record of independently leading projects and resolving complex queries

This is a high-impact interim role offering autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to make a measurable contribution to a growing HR function. If you’re available for day-rate contracts and bring regional benefits expertise, we’d love to hear from you.

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.