Global Benefits Administrator

• Assist in the administration of the annual open enrollment process, including data analysis, vendor coordination, employee communications, and support for compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Administer health, welfare, and retirement plans, helping ensure programs comply with federal and state laws such as ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA.
• Respond to employee benefit inquiries and provide day-to-day administrative support for U.S. benefits programs.

• Support the administration and documentation of scalable, market-relevant benefits programs that accommodate regional requirements while aligning with a global benefits philosophy.
• Collaborate with regional HR teams to help ensure compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations related to employee benefits.
• Assist with vendor coordination and benefits processes for international offerings, including healthcare, wellness, leave programs, and retirement/pension plans.
• Maintain benefits documentation, enrollment records, and reporting for global programs.

• Assist in the coordination and execution of global wellness initiatives that support employees’ physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Track wellness program participation and support reporting efforts to measure program utilization and effectiveness.
• Provide administrative and project support for wellness initiatives across diverse regions and cultures.

• Maintain current knowledge of U.S. and global benefits regulations to support compliance across all programs.
• Assist internal stakeholders by providing benefits-related information and helping escalate compliance or risk concerns when needed.
• Support audits, reporting, and documentation reviews related to benefits programs.

• Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and regional teams to support benefits administration and program coordination.
• Assist with vendor management activities, including tracking service performance, following up on issues, and helping improve operational efficiency.
• Use strong Excel/Google Sheets skills to analyze benefits data, create reports, reconcile invoices, track enrollments, and identify trends.
• Apply project management skills to support benefits implementations, renewals, system updates, and process improvement initiatives.

• 3+ years of experience in U.S. benefits administration, with exposure to global benefits programs preferred.
• Strong knowledge of benefits administration, including health and welfare, retirement, wellness, and leave programs.
• Understanding of U.S. benefits regulations such as ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA, with working knowledge of global benefits practices and compliance requirements.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills, including experience with VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and reconciliation to support data and cost analysis and reporting
• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, coordinate with stakeholders, and support cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience working with HRIS systems (preferably Workday), benefits platforms, and external vendors.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage and assist with multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support employees and collaborate across teams and regions.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a collaborative global HR/benefits team.

• Enjoy flexible paid time off options for enhanced work-life balance
  
• Enjoy an 8% holiday allowance on your total earnings, encompassing bonuses and commissions, to enhance your overall compensation package.
  
• Secure your future with our retirement plan 
  
• Stay fit conveniently with reduced gym membership fees within our office building, promoting a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
  
• Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones, because mental wellness matters.
  
• Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style, providing the balance you need
  
• Benefit from our family leave program, which grows with your tenure at Meltwater.
  
• Thrive within our inclusive community and seize ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.
  

Where You'll Work: Singel 250, 1016 AB Amsterdam