Global Benefits Director

Overview

Global Benefits Director - Lead Strategy, Design and Governance of Global Health and Welfare Benefits Programs

ABOUT THE ROLE

Shape the future of our global benefits strategy as the Global Benefits Director. In this influential leadership role, you'll develop and implement the strategy, design and governance of global health and welfare benefit programs, while also leading the administration and compliance of programs. This role operates as a strategic partner to senior leadership, ensuring our total rewards offerings remain competitive, cost-effective, and aligned with the organization's financial and talent objectives. You will also manage vendor relationships and negotiations to ensure favorable terms for the organization.

Our ideal candidate is a highly respected benefits leader with deep expertise in global health and welfare plan design, administration, and complex vendor negotiations. They bring a proven ability to influence and communicate effectively with executive leadership, using data-driven insights, forecasting, actuarial analysis, and market trends to shape long-term strategy. This individual is forward-thinking, globally minded, and skilled at balancing company objectives with regional and cultural considerations. Adept at building relationships across diverse stakeholder groups, they are a well-rounded leader who inspires teams, drives innovation, and sets a clear vision for global benefits programs.

This position is located at the Enterprise Mobility Corporate Headquarters in Clayton, MO and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Enterprise offers an excellent benefits package with market-competitive pay, comprehensive healthcare packages, 401k matching & profit sharing, schedule flexibility, paid time off, and organizational growth potential.

Compensation decisions will be made based on factors that include, but are not limited to experience, education, location and skill level

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Enterprise Mobility is a leading provider of mobility solutions, owning and operating the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car brands through its integrated global network of independent regional subsidiaries. Enterprise Mobility and its affiliates offer extensive car rental, carsharing, truck rental, fleet management, retail car sales, as well as travel management and other transportation services, to make travel easier and more convenient for customers.

Privately held by the Taylor family of St. Louis, Enterprise Mobility together with its affiliate Enterprise Fleet Management manages a diverse fleet of 2.4 million vehicles and accounted for nearly $39 billion in revenue through a network of more than 9,500 fully-staffed neighborhood and airport rental locations in more than 90 countries and territories.

Responsibilities

• Global Benefits Strategy & Leadership
• Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate a long-term global strategy for health and welfare benefit programs across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions utilizing metrics, benchmarking data, and feedback to guide strategic adjustments and support organizational objectives and employee needs
• Serve as a subject-matter expert and advisor to regional HR partners and senior leadership on benefits philosophy, market competitiveness, cost management, risk, and employee impact
• Manage, develop, and coach an international benefits team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Establish and maintain a global benefits governance framework, including risk controls, audits, plan documentation, regulatory filings, and data privacy to ensure compliant and locally relevant programs across all countries where the organization operates
• Monitor market trends, legislative developments, and regulatory changes to mitigate risk and ensure all national and international benefit plans comply with relevant local laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements
• Lead due diligence and integration of benefit programs associated with merger and acquisition (M&A) activity to ensure compliance and continuity of coverage for a seamless employee experience

Financial Stewardship & Benefits Management

• Direct global benefits financial governance and provide input into the global benefits budget by overseeing fiduciary risk, reserve analyses, funding strategies, cost modeling, and claims assessments to ensure sustainable and cost-effective programs

Vendor & Consultant Management

• Manage relationships and performance of international brokers, insurance carriers, and consultants by establishing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), utilization metrics, benchmarking data, employee feedback, cost trends, and market intelligence to strengthen vendor accountability and guide design decisions
• Lead benefit plan requests for proposals (RFPs), annual renewal negotiations, competitive pricing strategies, and the review and negotiation of vendor and insurance contract terms and renewals to support favorable pricing and contract terms

Benefits Operations, Technology & Employee Experience

• Collaborate with various internal departments, including HR, Risk Management, Payroll, and Communications, to deliver integrated benefits programs that execute clear communication and education so employees understand the full value of benefits packages
• Drive the optimization and evolution of the benefits technology platforms to strengthen integrations, streamline administration, and enhance self-service capabilities

In addition to these job functions, candidates will also need to display proficiency in the following Competencies:

Executing

• Ethics and Values
• Building Relationships
• Decision Making
• Forward-Thinking
• Leading and Inspiring People
• Managing and Developing People
• Persuading and Influencing
• Resilience

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

Qualifications

Required:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance or a related field
• Must have 10+ years of Corporate benefits management experience
• Must have 5+ years managing Global/multinational benefits experience
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future

Preferred:

• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) certification