Global Benefits Professional

Apollo; United States; On-site; USD 215,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo Global Management, Inc. seeks a Benefits Director to lead the design, execution, and evolution of a global benefits program. This role focuses on competitive programs, compliance, and alignment with business objectives across geographies to enhance employee experience.

The candidate will drive strategy, governance, and vendor relationships, including overseeing health, retirement, wellness, and family-building programs, with emphasis on innovation and global consistency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in benefits.
• Proven experience managing global benefits programs.
• Strong expertise in benefits compliance, retirement plans, and governance.
• Experience leading M&A integrations and vendor management.
• Advanced knowledge of HRIS platforms, preferably Workday.

Responsibilities

• Design benefits programs aligned to our High Performance Wellbeing strategy across physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Develop and execute global benefits strategy across multiple countries.
• Partner with senior leadership to present plan design recommendations and governance updates.
• Coordinate with regional stakeholders.
• Lead due diligence and integration for M&A activities, including harmonization and long-term alignment strategies.
• Design and implement health, retirement, wellness, and family-building programs.
• Manage ongoing partner/vendor relationships.
• Oversee benefits communications, including education and engagement campaigns.
• Drive innovation through AI tools and digital solutions for employee experience.
• Oversee Open Enrollment and benefits administration within HRIS such as Workday.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international benefits regulations.
• Manage retirement program governance including 401(k) audits and reporting.
• Administer leave of absence programs and escalate complex employee matters.

Skills

Global benefits strategy

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

M&A integration

Vendor management

Strategic initiatives

AI/digital adoption

Tools

Workday

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a strategic and operationally strong Benefits Director to lead the design, execution, and continuous evolution of a global benefits program. This role is responsible for delivering competitive benefits programs that enhance employee experience, ensure compliance, and support business objectives across multiple geographies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design benefits programs aligned to our High Performance Wellbeing strategy, supporting employees across physical, mental and financial wellbeing

• Develop and execute global benefits strategy across multiple countries, aligning programs with business goals and employee needs

• Partner with senior leadership to present plan design recommendations, renewals, and governance updates

• Coordinate with stakeholders across regions

• Lead benefits due diligence and integration efforts for M&A activity, including harmonization and long-term alignment strategies

• Design and implement health, retirement, wellness, and family-building programs

• Manage ongoing partner/vendor relationships

• Oversee benefits communications, including employee education, engagement campaigns, and leadership presentations

• Drive innovation through adoption of AI tools and digital solutions to enhance employee experience

• Oversee end-to-end Open Enrollment and benefits administration within HRIS system such as Workday

• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and international benefits regulations

• Manage retirement program governance including 401(k) audits, reporting, and oversight

• Administer leave of absence programs and serve as escalation point for complex employee matters

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in benefits

• Proven experience managing global benefits programs

• Strong expertise in benefits compliance, retirement plans, and governance

• Experience leading M&A integrations and vendor management initiatives

• Advanced knowledge of HRIS platforms, preferably Workday

• Strong executive communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives and drive innovation

Pay Range

215,000 - 235,000

Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity.

The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered.

T__he base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance.Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.