International Benefits Operations Specialist6-month contract | Fully remote (Ireland)View to extension or permanencySalary range €85,000 - €100,000We're partnering with aglobal, fast-scaling technology-led organisationto hire anInternational Benefits Operations Specialistto support their EMEA and wider international benefits operations.This is a hands-on, operational role suited to someone who genuinely enjoys the detail of benefits delivery, system configuration, and solving complex Tier 2 employee queries - not just talking about strategy.You'll sit within a global Benefits Operations function, working closely with People Technology, Payroll, Legal, and regional People teams to ensure benefits and absence programmes run smoothly across multiple countries.What you'll be doingOwning Tier 2 benefits and absence queries, resolving complex employee cases end-to-endSupporting multi-country benefits operations across EMEA and other regionsPartnering with People Technology on Workday Benefits & Absence configuration, maintenance, and troubleshootingEnsuring accurate benefits data flow into payroll, including deductions and reportingManaging vendors, POs, invoices, and financial administration linked to benefitsSupporting benefits projects and continuous improvement initiativesIdentifying opportunities for process optimisation and automation within WorkdayEnsuring benefits administration aligns with local legislation and internal policyWhat we're looking for5-7 years' experience in Benefits Operations, HR Operations, or HRIS-focused rolesStrong, hands-on experience with Workday benefits and/or absence plans (or a comparable HRIS)Proven experience supporting international benefits programmes (e.g. UK, Netherlands, Spain, Canada)Comfortable managing vendors, invoices, and benefits financial processesDetail-driven, analytical, and confident working independently in a global environmentAble to think through the downstream impact of benefits design and system decisionsConfident stakeholder manager who can operate calmly in a fast-moving organisationWhy this roleFully remote anywhere in IrelandExposure to global benefits operations at scaleStrong likelihood of extension or permanencyA role where operational excellence genuinely matters - and is valuedIf you're a benefits professional who enjoys getting into the detail, improving how things work, and supporting employees across multiple countries, this is well worth a conversation.