Lead Benefits Partner

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

Job Description

Ready to take your career global? Make your mark at one of the world's leading payments technology companies. We're looking for a Lead Benefits Partner to join our Human Resources team and help shape the strategy, governance, and delivery of employee benefits programs that support our global workforce.

What you'll own

• Lead the administration and ongoing optimization of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, and related offerings.


• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for benefits programs, providing guidance to HR partners, leadership teams, employees, vendors, and third-party administrators on complex benefits matters and escalations.


• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure accurate benefits administration, system configuration, data integrity, payroll deductions, and regulatory compliance across HRIS and third-party platforms.


• Drive benefits strategy through market research, benchmarking, plan design analysis, acquisitions support, and recommendations that align employee needs with business objectives.


• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including oversight of audits, plan documentation, reporting requirements, and Form 5500 filings.


• Develop and deliver benefits-related communications, open enrollment materials, educational resources, and presentations for employees and leadership teams.


• Analyze benefits utilization, participation trends, and program effectiveness, providing data-driven recommendations to enhance employee experience while managing program costs.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.


• 8+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, benefits strategy, or total rewards within a mid-size to large organization.


• Deep knowledge of employee benefit programs, vendor management, benefits operations, regulatory requirements, and HR systems.


• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, acquisitions integration activities, and cross-functional partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex information to diverse audiences and senior leadership.


• Experience leading benefit compliance activities, including audits, reporting requirements, and benefits governance.

It's a bonus if you have

• Master's degree or MBA in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.


• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), or similar benefits certification.


• Tax or compliance-related certifications and experience.


• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and large-scale organizational integrations.


• Advanced experience leveraging benefits analytics, workforce data, and industry benchmarking to inform strategic decisions.


• A passion for creating exceptional employee experiences through innovative and competitive benefits programs.

Compensation

$100,000 - 140,000
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

About the team

Our Human Resources team is committed to creating an exceptional employee experience by delivering programs that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our people. The Lead Benefits Partner plays a key role in ensuring employees have access to competitive, compliant, and impactful benefits that help them thrive throughout their careers.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner, and win as one team. We embrace innovation, collaboration, and accountability while supporting one another in delivering meaningful results. We are committed to building an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact.

EEOC Statement

Global Payments is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here .

If you are made a conditional offer of employment and will be working in the United States, you will be required to undergo a drug test. In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies and requirements needed to successfully perform the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with qualified disabilities both during the hiring process, as well as to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, if hired.