About This Team:
In this role, you will be a vital part of a fast-paced, high-performing People Operations team that is committed to driving measurable business impact. We offer more than just a job; we offer a chance to be at the forefront of global HR strategy and data governance, particularly during periods of exciting corporate growth through M&A.
Job Description/Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
Benefits Strategy & Design
* Develop and implement a regional EMEA benefits strategy aligned with global Total Rewards principles.
* Lead the design, harmonization, and modernization of benefits programs across multiple countries.
* Evaluate market trends and benchmarking data to ensure benefits competitiveness.
* Drive regional initiatives related to wellbeing, healthcare, retirement, life insurance, and flexible benefits.
M&A Due Diligence & Integration
* Lead benefits due diligence for EMEA M&A transactions, including:
* Assessment of benefit plans, costs, liabilities, and risks.
* Identification of statutory, contractual, and legacy obligations.
* Analysis of harmonization opportunities and constraints.
* Develop integration strategies and Day 1/Day 2 benefits transition plans.
* Lead benefits carve-outs, plan migrations, and vendor transitions for acquisitions and divestitures.
* Support employee communications related to benefits during transactions.
Program Management & Delivery
* Oversee day-to-day management of EMEA benefits programs, ensuring consistent and efficient delivery.
* Manage annual benefits renewals, plan changes, and vendor negotiations.
* Ensure smooth onboarding and offboarding benefits processes across the region.
* Act as the regional escalation point for complex benefits issues.
Compliance & Governance
* Ensure full compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory benefit requirements across EMEA.
* Partner with Legal and external advisors to manage regulatory changes and risk.
* Maintain strong governance, documentation, and controls for benefits programs.
* Support audits and internal controls related to benefits administration.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
* Manage relationships with brokers, insurers, consultants, and benefits administrators.
* Lead vendor selection, RFPs, and contract negotiations.
* Collaborate with Business Partners, Payroll, Finance, and People Operations teams.
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior People Operations and business leaders on benefits-related matters.
* Cost Management & Analytics
* Own the EMEA benefits budget and monitor costs against forecasts.
* Analyze benefits utilization, cost drivers, and ROI to inform decision-making.
* Identify opportunities for cost optimization without compromising employee experience.
* Prepare regular reporting and insights for leadership and global rewards teams.
Communication & Change Management
* Develop clear, benefits communications tailored to local markets.
* Support change management for new or revised benefits programs.
* Educate People Operations teams and managers on benefits offerings and policies.
* Partner with internal communications teams to enhance benefits awareness and engagement.
Skills & Experience
* 8+ years of progressive experience in Benefits, with at least 4 years of compliance administration
* Bachelor's degree with a Benefits emphasis and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation, modeling, and advanced analysis.
* Deep functional knowledge of Google Workspace tools (Sheets, Slides, Docs) for collaborative project tracking and presentation.
* Significant experience in employee benefits or total rewards, with regional EMEA scope.
* Strong knowledge of EMEA benefits regulations, healthcare, retirement, and insurance structures.
* Proven experience managing multiple countries and complex stakeholder environments.
* Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
* Analytical mindset with experience managing budgets and interpreting benefits data.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills.
About Us:
Cloud Software Group is one of the world's largest cloud solution providers, serving more than 100 million users around the globe. When you join Cloud Software Group, you are making a difference for real people, each of whom count on our suite of cloud-based products to get work done — from anywhere. Members of our team will tell you that we value passion for technology and the courage to take risks. Everyone is empowered to learn, dream, and build the future of work. We are on the brink of another Cambrian leap -- a moment of immense evolution and growth. And we need your expertise and experience to do it. Now is the perfect time to move your skills to the cloud.
Cloud Software Group is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic carrier status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation status), marital status, military service, protected veteran status, political activity or affiliation, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave and other protected classifications.
If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any part of the application process, please contact us via the Bridge portal for assistance.