Global Benefits Strategy Lead

Global Payment Holding Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments seeks a Lead Benefits Partner to shape strategy, governance, and delivery of employee benefits for a global workforce.

You will lead administration of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSAs, and related offerings, serving as the SME for benefits matters and guiding HR partners, leadership, and vendors. The role emphasizes data-driven design and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration or total rewards.
• Deep knowledge of employee benefit programs, vendor management and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with HR systems and benefits operations, including audits and reporting.
• Ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional partnerships with stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and optimization of benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSAs).
• Serve as SME for benefits, guiding HR partners, leadership, employees, and vendors.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure accurate benefits administration, payroll deductions, and compliance.
• Drive strategy through market research, plan design analysis, and acquisitions support.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/local regulations, audits, and Form 5500 filings.
• Develop and deliver open enrollment communications and leadership presentations.
• Analyze utilization and program effectiveness to balance employee experience and costs.

Skills

Benefits administration

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

HR systems

Project management

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, Finance, or related field

Master's degree or MBA in HR/Business (bonus)

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Compliance tooling

Job description

Global Payments seeks a Lead Benefits Partner to shape strategy, governance, and delivery of employee benefits for a global workforce.

You will lead administration of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSAs, and related offerings, serving as the SME for benefits matters and guiding HR partners, leadership, and vendors. The role emphasizes data-driven design and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams.