Global ESPP & Retirement Benefits Manager (Hybrid)

AECOM; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Benefits Program Manager for Retirement Plans to join our Global Benefits & Well-being team. The role offers hybrid work with potential in-office presence and telecommuting, supporting ESPP and retirement plan administration across a global footprint.

The ideal candidate will bring strong ESPP expertise, experience with 423 ESPP, ERISA, DOL, and IRS requirements, and exceptional project management skills to drive program excellence and regulatory compliance in a public company

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; 6+ years of ESPP experience.
• Deep knowledge of Section 423 ESPP, SEC regulations, ERISA, DOL and IRS requirements.
• Experience managing global ESPP programs for publicly traded company stock programs.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the ESPP subject matter expert, owning plan administration and participant experience.
• Oversee ESPP operations across enrollment, purchase periods, payroll deductions, refunds, and data maintenance.
• Maintain ESPP records, manage vendors, ensure accurate data exchange and reconciliations.
• Support ESPP communications with educational materials explaining plan design and value.
• Ensure compliance with IRC 423, global tax regulations, and securities laws.
• Collaborate with Total Rewards, Compensation, and Equity teams to align programs.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Tax, Payroll, and Equity teams for financial reporting alignment.
• Support plan governance activities, including committee meetings and audits.
• Research ESPP expansion globally and identify opportunities including AI to improve efficiency.
• Act as trusted advisor to HR leadership for issue resolution and timely responses.
• Monitor regulatory developments and best practices in retirement/stock programs.

Skills

ESPP expertise

Section 423 ESPP

ERISA knowledge

SEC regulations

DOL requirements

IRS requirements

Global ESPP programs

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Workday

ADP

Oracle HR

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Benefits Program Manager for Retirement Plans to join our Global Benefits & Well-being team. The role offers hybrid work with potential in-office presence and telecommuting, supporting ESPP and retirement plan administration across a global footprint.

The ideal candidate will bring strong ESPP expertise, experience with 423 ESPP, ERISA, DOL, and IRS requirements, and exceptional project management skills to drive program excellence and regulatory compliance in a public company