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Job Description
As the AMER Benefits Lead, Senior Director, you will play a critical role in shaping and managing our AMER organization’s employee benefits programs and overall strategy. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure that our benefits offerings align with our company’s values and objectives. Based in Dallas, you will work hand in hand with the Global Total Rewards Leader on high impact deliverables and you will be “the face” of AMER Benefits, facilitating and leading in person strategic discussions with our C-suite leadership, including our CEO, President, CFO, and CHRO.
While the primary focus of this role is AMER (U.S., Canada, and Latin America), this role will also be responsible for overseeing any global benefits, vendors, agreements, programs, etc. which extend beyond AMER to the larger Global AECOM team (ex. global brokerage agreement).
This position will offer flexibility for hybrid work schedules (including a combination of both in-office presence and virtual/telecommute work) and will be based in Southlake, TX.
Leadership
Lead a team of talented, experienced professionals focused on delivering AMER (U.S., Canada and Latam) benefits, including healthcare, retirement (DC & DB), wellness, well-being and more
Support and grow a diverse and inclusive team, enabling collective success through trust, autonomy, accountability, and alignment
Lead with vision and passion in your field, in the market, and within AECOM
Serve as a catalyst for innovation and solutions
Benefits Strategy and Design
Review, modify, execute, and maintain a comprehensive AMER benefits strategy that supports our business goals and Total Rewards Strategy
Evaluate existing benefits programs, identify areas for improvement, and design innovative solutions
Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices to enhance our offerings
Vendor Management
Oversee relationships with benefit providers, brokers, and consultants
Negotiate contracts, monitor service levels, and ensure cost-effectiveness
Collaborate with vendors to enhance program features and employee experience
Program Implementation
Lead the implementation of new and/or modified benefits programs, including communication plans and employee education
Ensure seamless integration with HR systems and payroll processes
Monitor program adoption and address any issues proactively
Compliance and Governance
Ensure compliance with local, state, and national regulations
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting related to benefits
Work closely with legal and compliance teams to mitigate risks
Employee Engagement
Develop and execute communication strategies to educate employees about benefits
Promote wellness initiatives, employee assistance programs, and a supportive employer/employee relationship
Gather feedback and continuously improve the benefits experience
Data Analysis and Metrics
Analyze benefits utilization, cost, and effectiveness
Provide insights to leadership for informed decision-making
Monitor key performance indicators and adjust strategies as needed
Other Key Responsibilities
Senior leader on our global Total Rewards team
Key COE collaborator responsible for driving consultative, strategic partnership across the enterprise
Committed and energized to/by:Thinking and acting globally
Actively and proactively building relationships with business and HR stakeholders to develop and deliver best in class programming
Leveraging available technology to drive efficient and effective process and provide tool based solutions
Continuously documenting and improving processes, eliminating manual and duplicative efforts
Cleary and consistently defining the handoff between the function enablement, delivery, and HR operations teams