Aon · 13 hours ago
Head of Global Benefits
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$240K/yr - $295K/yr
12+ years expAon is seeking a visionary and strategic Head of Global Benefits to lead the design and delivery of innovative, cost-effective programs that support their people and business goals worldwide. This role will partner closely with senior leaders and drive excellence across every region, ensuring that benefits offerings are aligned with business objectives and talent strategy.
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Responsibilities
Lead the global benefits strategy, design, and administration, ensuring alignment with Aon’s Total Rewards philosophy and business objectives and remaining competitive within the marketplace
Lead health, welfare, retirement, and other employee benefit programs across all regions, ensuring compliance with local regulations and standard processes
Partner with senior leadership and PO teams to assess needs, benchmark against market trends, and recommend enhancements
Drive global harmonization initiatives while respecting local requirements and practices
Maintain relationships with external benefits providers and vendors, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services, timely compliance, and cost-efficiency. Lead the evaluation and selection of new vendors as needed
Apply benefits data to track usage, assess program efficiency, and offer insights to senior management on trends, potential risks, and areas of improvement
Lead benefits communications and education efforts to enhance employee understanding and engagement
Develop and lead budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses related to benefits programs
Ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
Lead, develop, and mentor a global team of benefits professionals
Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to executive leadership on all benefits-related matters
Stay updated on industry regulations and legal requirements, ensuring all benefit programs comply with relevant laws
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
12+ years of progressive experience in benefits management, including considerable global/multinational experience
Demonstrated expertise in health, welfare, retirement, and other employee benefit programs across multiple geographies
Solid knowledge of regulatory requirements in key markets (US, EMEA, APAC, LATAM)
Ability to develop and implement global benefits strategies in a complex, matrixed organization
Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with experience leading global teams
Ability to lead multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and vendor management capabilities
Superior communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Experience with benefits technology platforms and data analytics
High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
Preferred
Master's degree or relevant certifications (CEBS, SPHR, GPHR)
Benefits
401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off at the discretion of the employee and management in accordance with company policy and practices
Paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
Short-term disability and optional long-term disability
Health savings account
Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
Optional personal insurance policies
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Commuter benefits
Employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions
Company
Aon
Aon is a global provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human resources solutions, and outsourcing services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.94BKey Investors
Citibank NABerkshire Hathaway
2023-10-24Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2021-05-17Post Ipo Equity· $942.6M
1987-01-01IPO
Leadership Team
Alejandro Galizia
CEO Latin America, AON
Andy Marcell
Global CEO, Risk Capital & Reinsurance Solutions
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