Manager, International Benefits

Norwegian Cruise Line; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwegian Cruise Line is seeking a Manager of International Benefits to oversee the day-to-day administration of group welfare and retirement plans for international offices and shipboard officers and crew. The role requires strategic oversight, compliance with regulations, and collaboration with local HR teams and providers.

The position involves leading benefits program implementation, benchmarking, and cost analysis to maintain a competitive posture across global operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive Benefits experience.
• Advanced knowledge of health, welfare and retirement benefits programs.
• Strong understanding of international employment laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee administration of group welfare and retirement plans for international offices and shipboard crew.
• Lead selection, implementation, and ongoing management of benefits plans, providers, carriers and consultants.
• Ensure international shoreside benefits align with U.S. shoreside plans and stay competitive.
• Monitor global benefits trends and regulatory developments to ensure compliance.
• Lead communication strategies for new and existing benefits programs and collaborate with HR teams and providers.
• Analyze costs and support annual budgets and contribution strategies.

Skills

Benefits leadership

International laws

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor Degree in HR or related field

Job description

## Manager, International BenefitsApply: Miami, Florida: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR02727**GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US** At Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), we know our future success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best talent. Our brands deliver vacations of a lifetime with innovative product offerings, a high level of service and unique guest experiences aboard each vessel and we’re continually seeking applicants who are passionate about hospitality and committed to being their personal best. As you learn more about our company, we think you will agree that there is no better time than now to become a member of the NCLH family! **APPLY ONLINE** If you’re interested to be considered for this position, please click the blue APPLY button at the top of the page to get started. All candidates must complete an on-line application to be considered.**JOB SUMMARY:** * Responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Companys international shoreside and shipboard group benefit and retirement programs.* This role provides strategic oversight, ensures effective program delivery, and drives continuous improvement across all benefits offerings.* Responsibilities include resolving complex, non-routine issues, enhancing existing programs, and delivering exceptional service to both internal stakeholders and external partners.. **POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Design and oversee the administration of group welfare and retirement plans for the NCLH International offices and shipboard officers and crew.* Lead the selection, implementation, and ongoing management of benefits plans, providers, carriers, and consultants.* Ensure that the company maintains a competitive posture in the marketplace and that international shoreside benefits align with the U.S. shoreside plans.* Monitor global benefits trends and legislative developments to ensure compliance and maintain program competitiveness.* Lead the implementation of new benefit offerings and manage the annual renewal process for existing programs.* Oversee the administration and regulatory compliance of retirement plans for shipboard officers.* Develop and execute communication strategies for new and existing benefits programs, including targeted email campaigns and multi-channel outreach.* Partner with local HR teams, benefits providers, and other crossfunctional departments to ensure effective program delivery and support.* Analyze benefits cost data and support the development of annual budgets and contribution strategies.* Ensure that testing of all Benefits Administration and Base Benefits system developments, enhancements and upgrades is completed prior to production implementation in conjunction with HRIS Manager.* Staff, train, and motivate team members to ensure efficient and accurate administration of benefits programs.* Foster professional growth and continuous learning.* Lead GSC Benefits programs and ensure alignment with local regulatory requirements.* Manage non-collective bargaining agreement (non-CBA) shipboard benefits programs.* Provide strategic oversight of shipboard benefits initiatives to ensure consistency, compliance, and alignment with company goals.* Lead the evaluation and recommendation of benefit offerings for new international office locations.* Conduct benchmarking of international benefits programs to maintain competitiveness and identify areas for improvement.* Support global and shipboard benefits cost analysis, modeling, and forecasting initiatives.* Enhance and tailor communication strategies for shipboard and international populations to drive awareness and understanding of available benefits.* Perform other duties as assigned.. **QUALIFICATIONS:** **DEGREE TYPE:** * Bachelor Degree. **FIELD(S) OF STUDY:** * Related field of study.* Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field of study; or any relevant equivalent work experience, training, skills and/or certifications.. **EXPERIENCE:** * Minimum 5 years of progressive Benefits experience.. **COMPETENCIES & SKILLS:** * Advanced knowledge of Health, Welfare, and Retirement benefits programs.* In-depth understanding of international employment laws and regulations related to health, leave, and disability benefits, including country-specific requirements and best practices.* Strong analytical skills for monitoring and improving benefits programs.* Excellent communication skills to counsel management and team members.* Effective liaison skills for working with benefits providers and resolving team member concerns.* Superior organizational skills to oversee multiple programs and processes.* Strong time management skills to ensure timely processing of leave requests and payments.* Strategic thinking for recommending program improvements and developing long-range objectives.* Meticulous attention to detail for ensuring compliance and accuracy in leave accrual, time entry, and benefits processing.* Strong team collaboration skills to work effectively with the benefits team and other departments..