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Senior Global Benefits Analyst
Location: This position can be worked remotely within US OR hybrid out of any StandardAero's US facilities.
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Job Summary:
The Senior Global Benefits Analyst serves as a key partner in managing and enhancing StandardAero's global benefits programs, from international renewals and pension administration to open enrollment and compliance. You'll lead critical projects, support employees, and managers with expert guidance, and collaborate across HR, Finance, Legal, and our vendors to ensure our programs remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals. It's a high-impact role for someone who excels in project management, problem-solving, and creating a seamless benefits experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist local HR with the administration of global benefits including managing the global broker of record for international renewals and benchmarking competitive plan designs and pricing.
- Responsible for pension plan administration, including premiums, participant outreach and benefit payment processing.
- Develop, implement, and manage global benefits programs that align with organizational objectives. Project manages and supports RFP processes as necessary.
- Provide guidance to employees and managers on benefits related matters including health, welfare, wellness and retirement programs. Monitor trends in benefits and recommend improvements to our benefits programs.
- Prepare and regularly review benefit summaries, enrollment materials, and plan documents.
- Assist with preparation of benefit materials for leadership meetings.
- Lead open enrollment processes, including developing presentations and communications, vendor negotiations, and system enhancements.
- Serve as the subject matter expert on benefits-related legislation, regulations, and compliance for various countries.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as payroll, finance, legal and auditors and respond to requests for information.
- Manage vendor relations including resolving administrative problems. Respond to escalated issues from benefit vendors and internal partners such as HR, Payroll, Finance and Legal.
- Assist with audit and compliance activities and distributes all required notifications to employees.
- Assist in the development and implementation of benefits policies and procedures.
- Assist with mergers and acquisitions by participating in due diligence and harmonization of benefit plans.
- Provide support for foreign assignments and cross-border transfers on ensuring benefits continuity.
Skills and Competencies:
- Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
- Proven experience in analyzing benefits data, conducting cost-benefit analyses, and making data-driven recommendations.
- Excellent oral communication skills and dedication to providing quality service to employees. Ability to prepare PowerPoint presentations to present to management.
- Strong knowledge of employee benefits regulations and best practices globally, including UK.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Familiarity with HRIS systems, Excel, and benefits administration software.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; OR equivalent relevant experience.
- 5 years of experience in global benefits administration.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
Preferred Characteristics:
- Professional certifications such as Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or similar are a plus.
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 5% 401K Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Bonus Opportunities
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Learning & Training opportunities
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