Global Benefits Manager, Plan Management
National Grid
Managing National Grid US & UK benefit programs, ensuring benefits are cost effective and running efficiently
29d ago
$153,000 - $192,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Waltham, MA
Hybrid
Company Size
23,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Technical Services
Consulting
Design
Operations and Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Electricity Transmission
Electricity Distribution
Gas Transmission
Gas Distribution
Hydrogen Transmission
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
benefit program management
vendor accountability
global open enrollment
plan renewal negotiation
benefit administration
compliance monitoring
- Collaborate with Wellbeing and Absence teams to ensure benefit programs are administered and delivered in accordance with regulations, plan documents and policies.
- Drive global annual open enrollment/flexible benefit window activities in collaboration with Employee/People Services and benefit platforms.
- Respond to inquiries from business partners and leadership on plan activities impacting employees and plan participants.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on global benefits, eligibility, and legislation.
- Responsible for plan management and governance including holding vendors accountable to their contracts, managing the renewal process, oversight of benefit plan reporting and costs, and coordinating all stewardship meetings with vendors (monthly, quarterly, annual).
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of global benefits compliance requirements, including relevant legislation and market practices in the UK, US, and internationally.
- Keep abreast of peer and national benchmarking trends, market disruptions and legislative changes, for employer sponsored benefits and retiree medical, that may impact global benefit strategies, and identify potential impacts on benefit plan costs.
- First point of contact with benefit vendors and other internal and external stakeholders during implementation of new and updates to existing benefits; and with Employee/People Services team with oversight of benefits administration activities related to active employee and retiree benefits.
- Coordinate with Global Communications Lead to ensure benefit plan coverage and rules are accurately communicated to employees year round.
- Collaborating with compliance team to ensure all plan documentation (i.e. SPD, SMM) remain accurate and up to date based on current plan and eligibility changes.
- Ensure benefit eligibility, plan, program, and policy updates are made accurately and on time with vendors, in the benefit administration system, and on communication platforms.
- Identify opportunities to integrate and streamline plans, programs, policies, and processes.
- Plan management expert & liaison for activities related to request for proposals, M&A and divestiture efforts, US & UK union negotiations, and calendar and fiscal year budget planning.
- Act as part of the Global Benefits and Reward team to ensure alignment with total reward principles and the People contract.
- Lead the implementation of all new benefits, and updates to existing benefits, in collaboration with global benefits strategy team, internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare presentations for team and stakeholder groups as necessary.
- Manage a team of global benefit specialists responsible for holding vendors accountable for plan performance.
- Delegate day to day and project work to specialists and other team members as appropriate.
- Responsible for benefit plan renewals including collaborating with benefits strategy team, benefits consultant, and other internal teams on negotiating plan terms.
- Responsible for maintaining strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, including Employee Services, HRIS, legal and others.
- Ensure alignment of benefits with legislative and regulatory changes.
What you bring
global benefits
analytical skills
policy analysis
budget planning
bachelor's degree
hris proficiency
- Strong knowledge of global benefits regulations, market trends, and best practices (including US ERISA, IRS regulations, HIPAA; UK Salary Sacrifice and benefits compliance).
- Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and project management skills.
- Ability to interpret and advise on various contracts, policies, and other written materials.
- Expert understanding of benefit plan costs including participation in development of calendar and fiscal year budget planning.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance or related field required.
- Certification such as CEBS or SHRM-SCP preferred.
- Demonstrated skills in decision making, presentation development and delivery, project management, problem-solving, strategic thinking, the ability to influence, and research.
- Extensive experience (7+ years) in benefits plan management, administration and communication of an array of health & welfare benefits, with ownership of vendor relationships, cross-functional partnerships, benefit and/or human resources operations, and compliance on a global scale.
- Master's degree or equivalent in relevant field preferred.
- Proficiency in using HRIS, benefits platforms, and data analytics tools.
- Proven success in managing global projects and multiple stakeholder relationships.
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Company
Overview
1990 Founded
Year Established
The company was established in 1990 to deliver electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses.
15,000 km
High-Voltage Network
Manages an extensive electricity transmission network of high-voltage lines across the UK.
- Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses.
- Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution.
- Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects.
- Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions.
- Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact.
- Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US.
- Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.
- Stand up for safety every day
- Put our customers first
- Be inclusive, supporting and caring for each other
- Speak up, challenge and act where something doesn’t feel right
- Embrace the power and opportunity of diversity
- Increase efficiency to help with customer affordability
- Work with others to find solutions for customers
- Commit to learning and new ideas
- Take personal ownership for delivering results
- Be bold and act with passion and purpose
- Focus on progress over perfection
- Follow the problem through to the end
ÂŁ51B Investment
Green Infrastructure Commitment
The company has committed to investing ÂŁ51 billion in green infrastructure projects by March 2029.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutral Goal
Achieve net zero emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2050.
60% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 60% by 2030-31 compared to the 2018-19 baseline.
99.4% Diversion
Construction Waste Management
99.4% of construction waste is diverted from landfill.
- 37.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2033/34 (excluding sold electricity)
- 100% electric light-duty fleet by 2030; transition medium/heavy-duty to zero-carbon alternatives
- 50% reduction in absolute SF6 emissions by 2030/31
- 20% reduction in energy consumption in flagship offices by 2030/31
- 50% reduction in annual air-travel emissions by 2025/26 (from 2019/20 baseline), with remaining emissions offset
- Engage top 50% of US suppliers (by emissions) and top 80% of UK suppliers to set Science-Based Targets by 2025/26
- 17% reduction in controllable Scope 1 and 2 emissions since FY19
- Connecting 1.35 GW of new low-carbon generation to the network in 2023-24
- 100% renewable energy purchased for metered estate
- 7.9% improvement in environmental value of non-operational land since FY21
- 100% of construction projects committing to deliver 10% net gain or greater
- Zero waste to landfill across key areas by 2026
- Restore natural environment by 10% on UK-managed land
- ISO 14001 integrated management system certification
Ranked #1 UK
Gender Equality Ranking
Recognized as the top company in the UK and ranked globally by Equileap in 2021.
84% Score
Workforce Disclosure Initiative
Achieved an 84% score in the Workforce Disclosure Initiative in 2022, reflecting strong progress in inclusion and diversity practices.
#1 in Times Top 50
Gender Equality Employer Ranking
Named the number one employer for gender equality in the Times Top 50 Employers list for 2023.
Bloomberg Gender‑Equality Index
Index Inclusion
Included in the 2023 Bloomberg Gender‑Equality Index, recognizing commitment to transparent reporting and advancing women's equality.
- Aspiration to be among the most inclusive, diverse and equitable companies in business
- Embed inclusion into everything we do
- Build a diverse and innovative green workforce for our customers
- Deliver organisation‑wide equity through our processes
- Use our voice, platform and influence to create dialogue and elevate issues