Ralliant EMEA Benefits Partner GB Posted 15 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced, detailed, results oriented and proactive Benefits Partner to manage and support our global employee benefits programs for multiple Ralliant Operating Companies across 30+ countries in EMEA. This role is responsible for overseeing the implementation, administration and/or renewals of employee benefits, including health and welfare programs, leave of absence, time-off programs, retirement plans, pension plans, employee perquisites, total rewards, etc. This role requires strong collaboration with payroll teams and a solid understanding of global payroll systems, applications, and end‑to‑end processes. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted partner to employees, human resources, leadership, vendors, HR Operations, payroll, etc. ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, enhancing the overall employee experience and delivering on Ralliant goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage the company’s employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, wellness programs, perquisites, etc.
• Oversee the full cycle of retirement and pension plan administration, including participant enrollment, contributions, plan compliance, recordkeeping, and liaising with third-party vendors, payroll, employees and works councils, where applicable.
• Coordinate and lead Benefits implementations, annual, mid-year and ad-hoc enrollment process and renewals for all benefits plans, including communication, education, and enrollment support.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, issues, escalations and resolution.
• Ensure compliance with all local, country, government, etc. regulations related to employee benefits.
• Maintain, generate and assess benefits records, reports, and documentation, including making informed recommendations, providing thoughtful insight and strategic partnership.
• Partner with HR, payroll, accounting, HR operations, finance, external vendors and consultants, internal partners, ensuring strong communication and smooth operations.
• Develop and deliver timely and accurate benefits communication materials, messaging, enrollment, eligibility and training sessions.
• Lead audits, reporting and reconciliations related to benefits programs.
• Continuously monitor industry trends and best practices to recommend enhancements, modifications, changes and new initiatives to benefits offerings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration, including retirement, pension plan administration and payroll operations.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations.
• Experience managing enrollment processes and benefits communications.
• Experience sourcing implementing broad benefits programs.
• Proficiency with benefits administration systems and platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities with a sense of urgency for time sensitive matters.
• Strong project management with experience leading broad based complex projects.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification such as Certified Global Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP.
• Experience working with third-party pension, works councils, external benefits providers and vendors.
• Experience managing 3rd party Benefits Administration Partners and Benefits Consultants.

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is HR .S.D.