Global Benefits Strategy & Design Manager12-Month Fixed-Term ContractHybrid work modelStart date January 2025Sydney, CBDOur client is looking for an experienced Benefits Strategy & Design Manager to join their Global Rewards team for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will focus on managing and optimising their benefits programs across Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, and Indonesia. If you have a strong background in regional insurance practices and a passion for delivering high-quality employee benefit programs, we want to hear from you! About the role: Manage the annual renewals of local benefit programs, including assessing policy designs, selecting vendors, and overseeing the end-to-end design and delivery of programs. Key programs include group risk insurances, pension programs, medical insurances, and annual health checks.Work closely with the Senior Director of Benefits Strategy & Design for APAC to ensure local benefits programs are aligned with the global rewards strategy, compliant with local legislation, and tailored to the needs of each country.Assist in benchmarking our client's benefits offerings against industry standards, analysing data to ensure competitiveness and identify opportunities for program enhancements or cost-saving initiatives.Work closely with various internal teams to ensure smooth execution of programs and gather insights into employee satisfaction.Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits vendors in the region, ensuring that services meet high standards and deliver value for both the company and employees.Be the go-to expert for country-specific leave and benefits policies, providing advice and support to both the Employee Success team and other business units. Skills & Experience: 8-10 years of experience managing large-scale benefits programs in the APAC region, with strong knowledge of plan administration, payroll integration, and compliance with local regulations.In-depth understanding of insurance benefits (e.g., medical insurance, group risk, and pensions) and retirement plans such as Superannuation is critical for success in this role.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure the effective delivery of benefits programs.Ability to manage multiple, complex projects autonomously across different countries while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.Strong data analysis skills to evaluate benefit programs and make informed decisions based on external market trends and internal employee feedback. Benefits: Work for one of the world's leading companies with a strong commitment to employee wellbeing and innovation.Be part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives and fosters cross-functional collaboration.Join an employee-centric culture, this is an opportunity to work for an organisation that puts employees at the heart of everything, fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.If you have a passion for benefits strategy and a strong understanding of insurance practices and retirement programs in the APAC region, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make an impact, please apply now!We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disabilities, and individuals from the LGBTIQA+ community, as we strive to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that values all perspectives.