Senior Manager - Global Benefits

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Denver, CO that is seeking a Senior Manager - Global Benefits.

Responsibilities:
* Oversee the design, administration, and compliance of the U.S. 401(k) plan, including plan governance, annual nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 filing, and coordination with payroll and recordkeepers to ensure accurate and timely contributions
* Partner with our brokers, plan administrators, and vendors to set up, administer and scale competitive benefits, wellness, and retirement plans for ~800+ employees globally
* Management of open enrollment period for 2026
* Directly build and support benefits and wellness programs across the United States; Assisting with Germany, United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, and Netherlands; plus support employees employed via EOR in Australia, France, Canada, Finland, and Sweden
* Oversee a US-based Benefits Specialist, who provides day-to-day support for US employees on benefit plans and manages leave of absence tracking and execution
* Partner with EMEA People Ops team to provide stronger global benefits and wellness support to EMEA employees
* Review our global benefit offerings regularly to ensure we are globally aligned to our total rewards value proposition and company growth strategy while mindful of market-specific dynamics and compliance
* Lead the selection and implementation of new benefits vendors as needed, in partnership with our Legal, Payroll, and People Technology teams
* Lead renewal process for all benefits plans and manage the annual benefits open enrollment process from start to finish
* Analyze program usage and effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements
* Oversee global time off policies and programs, including personal/vacation time, sick time, parental leave, local statutory leave, and holiday programs
* Lead benefits communication efforts to ensure employee awareness, education and understanding (including written communications and presentations)

REQUIREMENTS:
* 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including aligning and administering global benefits programs (experience with US benefits required, EMEA is desired)
* Demonstrated track record of successfully building a business function in a rapidly scaling global organization
* A solid understanding of legislation and compliance items related to benefits and leave administration
* Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills; including the ability to partner with teams across the business to implement new programs
* Strong project management experience
* Ability to work -high and low - this role will require you to think and plan at 30,000 feet, direct traffic from the tower, and sometimes execute details from the runway
* Experience managing time off, leave of absence, and open enrollment in an HRIS system (such as Workday) a plus
* Experience owning and running the 401k plan + working cross functionally with internal and external legal counsel

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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