Benefits Specialist

Job Title: International Benefits Operations Specialist

Duration: 6 months to start with possible 6-month extension

Location: UK, Remote

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive Benefits Operations Specialist to manage and optimize our global benefits programs. You\’ll handle Tier 2 employee queries, work with our Business Systems team to build and maintain benefits and absence plans in Workday, support payroll preparation, improve processes, and drive operational efficiency. This role is perfect for someone with strong project management skills, a problem-solving mindset, and a passion for Benefits & HR Tech.

What You’ll Do

• Project Management – Lead benefits-related initiatives in partnership with the Core Benefits team.
• Workday Benefits & Absence – Work with our Business Systems team to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot absence plans and benefits programs.
• Payroll Preparation – Ensure accurate benefit deductions, reporting, and data flow to payroll.
• Employee Support – Handle Tier 2 benefits queries, resolving complex issues efficiently.
• Process Improvement – Streamline workflows, automate tasks, and enhance efficiency.
• Vendor & Financial Ops – Manage benefits procurement, POs, invoices, and vendor relationships.
• Compliance & Administration – Ensure global benefits align with local regulations and company policies.

Skills

What You Bring

• 5-7 years of experience in benefits operations, HRIS, or a related field.
• Workday expertise in benefits and absence plan management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience managing POs, invoices, and vendor relationships.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and drive efficiency in a fast-paced, global environment.