Americas Benefits & Wellness Strategy Lead

KKR; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

KKR is seeking an experienced Benefits leader to manage benefits programs for the Americas. This role is based in Boston and involves enhancing healthcare, retirement, and wellness policies. You will work closely with various stakeholders to optimize benefits administration and improve employee engagement.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of relevant experience, strong project and vendor management skills, and will lead strategic initiatives to improve efficiencies. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, along with a deep understanding of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with US employee benefits plan development.
• Experience working in a dynamic, pressurized, and matrixed environment.
• Proven ability in vendor/broker/consultant relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Americas benefits plans and vendor relationships.
• Analyze and enhance benefits workflows and technology solutions.
• Drive benefits and wellness strategy across the Americas.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems (e.g. Workday)

Job description

KKR is seeking an experienced Benefits leader to manage benefits programs for the Americas. This role is based in Boston and involves enhancing healthcare, retirement, and wellness policies. You will work closely with various stakeholders to optimize benefits administration and improve employee engagement.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of relevant experience, strong project and vendor management skills, and will lead strategic initiatives to improve efficiencies. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, along with a deep understanding of employee benefits.