Benefits Lead - AMEA and EU (m/f/d)

Avantor; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Benefits Lead to manage employee benefits programs across Europe and AMEA. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in HR, benefits administration, and must demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within a global company committed to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in HR shared services and benefits administration.
• Understanding of employment laws and compliance in Europe and AMEA regions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee employee benefits programs such as health insurance and retirement plans.
• Ensure compliance with statutory labor laws and regulations.
• Liaise between Country HR and benefits vendors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

University degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

The Opportunity:

Are you passionate about employee benefits and eager to make a significant impact across Europe and AMEA? We are excited to announce a newly created role for a Benefits Lead who will assist with the management of our employee benefits programs.

This role involves partnering with Country HR Business Partners and the global benefit brokering team to assist with benefit renewals and negotiations. If you have a strong understanding of benefits administration, local market trends, and business objectives, and possess excellent analytical and communication skills, we want to hear from you!

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a dedicated professional who:

• Holds a university degree or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in HR shared services, benefits, and leave administration.
• Understands employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to benefits and leaves in Europe and AMEA regions.
• Has experience in company car policies, lease structures, and financial aspects.
• Possesses strong analytical and communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong written and oral communication and interaction skills.
• Exhibits high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Has experience in a multinational shared services environment.
• Workday experience is a plus.
• Desirable knowledge of statutory requirements for Germany, Belgium, and Poland.

How You Will Thrive and Make an Impact

As the Benefits Lead, you will:

• Manage and oversee employee benefits programs such as health insurance, retirement plans, fleet programs, and other perks.
• Ensure compliance with statutory labor laws and regulations.
• Liaise between Country HR and benefits vendors/service providers.
• Manage global vendor relationships and provide guidance and support to HR Operations and Talent regarding benefits-related processes and inquiries.
• Partner with Country HR Business Partners and the global benefit brokering team to assist with benefit renewals and negotiations.
• Use your strong analytical skills to understand benefits administration and local market trends.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to ensure smooth benefits administration.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve our benefits programs and ensure they align with business objectives.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your expertise and supports your growth. Apply now to make a significant impact on our employee benefits programs and contribute to our business success!

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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