About the Role
Join a rapidly growing HR Advisory team delivering end-to-end HR support to a diverse, international client base. A key part of what we do is design, implement and manage global employee benefits programmes.
As a Benefits Consultant (Assistant Manager), reporting directly to the Head of Department, you’ll play a pivotal role in both supporting and growing the client portfolio and help shape the future direction of the business function.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on the design, implementation and governance of international employee benefits programmes
- Provide guidance on global regulatory requirements (including mandatory pensions, insurance obligations and statutory benefits)
- Build and maintain insight on market benchmarks, emerging trends and best practice
- Manage relationships with third-party providers including insurers, brokers and payroll teams
- Produce high-quality communications and support employee engagement and change initiatives
- Ensure benefits systems, processes and documentation are accurate and well maintained
- Lead annual renewals for global benefits programmes, including pricing negotiations and provider reviews
- Support with complex employee queries, escalated claims and provider challenges
- Conduct regular client reviews to ensure programmes remain aligned to business goals and budgets
- Assist with audits, risk assessments and compliance reporting
- Develop strong relationships with senior client stakeholders
- Identify opportunities to broaden services within existing accounts
- Contribute to business development through proposals, pitches and thought leadership
- Line manage and develop junior consultants
- Support internal initiatives to enhance tools, processes and overall delivery
As part of a scaling function, you’ll have real influence in shaping how the benefits offering evolves.
About You
We’re looking for someone with solid experience across employee benefits, insurance structures and associated regulation, ideally, gained within insurance or consulting. International exposure is advantageous but not essential.
What You’ll Bring
- Commercial awareness with a genuinely client-first mindset
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
- A proven ability to deliver under pressure in fast-paced environments
- Excellent attention to detail, alongside a strategic outlook
