Associate Director, Benefits

Kyndryl

. Design and govern Kyndryl's employee benefit programs in the US .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $149,880 - $284,880 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in US employee benefits strategy, compliance, and financial management, with a strong focus on enhancing employee experience and effective communication. Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and manage vendor relationships to optimize benefits programs.

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US Benefits StrategyCompliance KnowledgeSupplier ManagementBenefits CommunicationBudget Forecasting

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Hard Skills

US Healthcare StrategyDisability Programs401(k) ProgramsWellbeing ProgramsSelf-Insured Program ManagementBenefits Policy InterpretationAnnual Enrollment StrategyFinancial Spend ManagementProject ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCoaching AbilityDecision-MakingCollaboration SkillsExecutive Presence

Tools & Technologies

HR ServicesHCM ModulesBenefits Administration SoftwarePayroll SystemsBenefits Communication Platforms

Industry Keywords

Employee BenefitsMarket AlignmentVendor ManagementOpen EnrollmentPublic Organization Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and govern Kyndryl's employee benefit programs in the US
Set strategy for design, market position, and cost investment or containment for all US employee benefit programs
Establish cadence with benefits delivery to ensure alignment, coaching, support, and accurate administration
Manage consultants, brokers, carriers, and other vendor suppliers to ensure best-in-class service and timely execution
Enhance employee experience by improving awareness and navigation of Kyndryl's benefit programs
Harmonize and simplify programs to enable consistency and market-aligned investment
Act as consultant and partner to HR and business leaders on human capital solutions
Collaborate with HR M&A and HRBD teams on corporate transactions and employee transfers affecting benefits
Ensure benefits programs are compliant, market-aligned, and optimized for managed spend
Own the benefits communication strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep experience in US benefits, especially US healthcare strategy, disability, 401(k), and wellbeing programs
Knowledge of compliance and regulation requirements
Experience establishing strategy for annual enrolments
Experience managing material benefit financial spend under a self-insured program
Experience forecasting and managing budget
Ability to interpret and apply benefits policies, procedures, and eligibility rules
Strong attention to detail
Expertise in engaging benefits communication for employees
Experience with Canadian Benefits
Ability to coach and lead people
Supplier management and partner management experience
Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive, highly visible projects simultaneously
Ability to make decisions while navigating ambiguity
Executive presence and storytelling skills to make complex data relatable for actionable insights
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field is preferred
Experience in a public, highly complex organization supporting open enrollment or large-scale benefits communications is preferred
Familiarity with external benefits providers or brokers is preferred
Knowledge of payroll, HR services, and HCM modules is preferred
Strong collaboration skills across functions is preferred