Senior Manager - Global Benefits (strategy, Product & Governance)

Freshworks

San Mateo, CA, United States
Base: $171,400 - $224,910 usd; bonus/equity: targe...
Hybrid (3 days in-office, tuesday - thursday)
7-10+ years global benefits experience
Multi-country benefits program management
Vendor ecosystem selection and negotiation
Freshworks is seeking a Senior Manager - Global Benefits to lead the strategy, design, and governance of their global benefits ecosystem. The position focuses on enhancing employee experiences through innovative, data-driven benefits programs while managing vendor relationships and ensuring compliance

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for evolving the strategy, design, and performance of the global benefits ecosystem while shifting focus from transactional administration to strategic leadership.
  • The position requires partnering with key stakeholders to support the Employee Value Proposition and enhance the brand through competitive, cost-effective, and compliant benefits programs.
  • Freshworks offers a comprehensive compensation package including a base salary range of $171,400 - $224,910 USD, target bonus eligibility, equity, ESPP, and flexible PTO.

Matching Summary

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Freshworks is seeking a Senior Manager - Global Benefits to lead the strategy, design, and governance of their global benefits ecosystem. The position focuses on enhancing employee experiences through innovative, data-driven benefits programs while managing vendor relationships and ensuring compliance.

Salary

Base: $171,400 - $224,910 USD; Bonus/Equity: Target bonus and equity available; Benefits: Dental, medical, vision, disability, life insurance, ESPP, flexible PTO, commuter, wellness, adoption and parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7-10+ years global benefits experience
  • Multi-country benefits program management
  • Vendor ecosystem selection and negotiation
  • Benefits governance and regulatory compliance
  • Data analytics for benefits performance
  • AI and automation in benefits delivery

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic stakeholder management skills
  • Digital-first employee experience design
  • Experience with AI-enabled solutions
  • Strong financial forecasting abilities
  • Innovation in wellbeing program design

Key Requirements

  • 7–10+ years of experience in global benefits or total rewards
  • Proven track record managing multi-country benefits programs
  • Strong understanding of ERISA and international statutory requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage data, technology, and automation

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