Pensions & Benefits Manager

Hitachi Rail; Milano; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global technology leader is seeking an experienced Pensions & Benefits Manager in Milan. This role oversees pension programs across Europe, manages global insured employee benefits, and requires strong communication and project management skills. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in a similar role and a relevant degree. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered in this dynamic international environment.

Servizi

Competitive benefits supporting wellbeing

Growth opportunities

International experience

Competenze

• 5+ years experience in pensions and insured employee benefits within an international environment.
• Proficiency in IT tools and Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in English.

Mansioni

• Govern and manage pension programs within Europe.
• Oversee global Insured Employee Benefits Programs.
• Act as the subject matter expert for pension plans.

Conoscenze

Pension management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Law, or similar

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system.

Hitachi Energy operates in over 60 countries with over 50,000 employees contributing to the company’s growth.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Pensions & Benefits Manager to join our global Pensions & Benefits CoE team, reporting to the Global Head of Pensions & Benefits.

This position plays a pivotal role in:

• Governing, managing, and shaping our pension programs within Europe, focusing on design, implementation, and compliance.
• Overseeing global Insured Employee Benefits Programs, including governance, risk management, and cost control.
• Leading or contributing to local, regional, and global pensions & benefits projects.

How you will make an impact

Regional Responsibilities – Europe Pensions

• Act as the subject matter expert for pension plans, advising stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic development and operational excellence of pension programs.
• Monitor and analyze pension programs for legal compliance, risk, and market competitiveness.
• Develop and recommend plan modifications and new concepts.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, compliance, and external consultants.
• Manage vendor relationships, including negotiations and performance management.
• Draft pension policies, member communications, and related documents.
• Support HR functions to deliver pension programs seamlessly.
• Ensure data accuracy in the Global Benefits Data Repository.

Global Responsibilities – Insured Employee Benefits Lead

• Own the global Insured Employee Benefits management, governance, and risk strategies.
• Coordinate with brokers and manage vendor relationships.
• Manage financial and risk aspects of insured benefits, including cost control and claims analysis.
• Shape renewal strategies and develop risk management reports.
• Review and develop benefits regulations aligned with company culture and strategy.

Other Responsibilities

• Contribute to the rollout and operation of pension and benefit projects.
• Develop training and share expertise internally.

Your Background

• 5+ years experience in pensions and insured employee benefits within an international environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Law, or similar.
• Proficiency in IT tools and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Project management experience.
• Excellent analytical and process thinking skills.
• Fluency in English.

About Hitachi

We offer competitive benefits supporting your wellbeing and development, with growth opportunities and international experience.

Recruitment involves CV screening, interviews, tests, and background checks.

Qualified individuals with disabilities may request accommodations during the application process.