Global Benefits Specialist – US Employee Benefits, Compliance

Cielo Talent

. Support the design, implementation, and administration of global benefits programs .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United States, Philippines, United Kingdom, Hungary, Poland, RomaniaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in benefits administration and management, with a strong focus on compliance with regional regulations and effective vendor relationship management. Proven ability to analyze benefits data and communicate effectively with a diverse, global workforce.

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Benefits AdministrationVendor Relationship ManagementData AnalysisCompliance MonitoringHCM Platforms

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Hard Skills

Benefits Program DesignBenefits Data AnalysisOpen Enrollment ManagementUS Benefits AdministrationFMLA AdministrationACA ComplianceCOBRA ComplianceForm 5500 ComplianceHRIS PlatformsContract Negotiation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsPrioritizationProblem-SolvingEmployee Support

Tools & Technologies

DayforceHCM Platforms

Industry Keywords

Global Benefits ProgramsBenefits RegulationsEmployee FeedbackAudit DocumentationVendor Renewal

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the design, implementation, and administration of global benefits programs
Provide analysis and support to align benefits programs with the overall benefits strategy
Adapt benefits programs to regional needs while maintaining consistency
Analyze enrollment figures, utilization rates, employee feedback, and other benefits data
Prepare reports on trends, program effectiveness, and improvement opportunities
Act as a point of contact for external vendors
Support vendor renewal and contract negotiations
Provide direct employee support for benefits options, inquiries, and issue resolution
Monitor compliance with benefits regulations and regional and local legal requirements
Maintain records and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews
Provide training and guidance on new benefits offerings
Support annual benefits renewals and open enrollment processes
Coordinate with vendors to update plan details and communicate changes to employees

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree or equivalent education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required
3+ years of experience in benefits administration and management
At least 2 years in a global or regional role strongly preferred
Proven track record of designing and managing complex benefits programs
Experience supporting large-scale benefits administration and management for 1,000+ employees
Experience with HCM platforms, such as Dayforce strongly preferred
Experience communicating benefits information to a diverse, global workforce
Familiarity with benefits regulations across different regions
Strong understanding of regional benefits regulations and compliance requirements
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and analyze benefits data
Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiate favorable contracts
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present information to employees and leadership in a detailed and professional manner
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Legal right to live and work in one of the eligible countries: Philippines, United States, United Kingdom, Hungary, Poland, or Romania
Experience with US benefits administration, ACA, COBRA, Form 5500 and 401(k) compliance, open enrollment management, FMLA administration, vendor and broker relationship management, and HRIS platforms such as Dayforce