Global Health & Wellbeing Manager

Assurant’s Total Rewards and Wellbeing team is expanding! We are seeking an experienced and strategic Global Health & Wellbeing Manager. As a vital contributor to our global benefits team, you will support the evolution and strategic goals of our organization with a concentrated focus on global health, wellbeing, and employee engagement/experience.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with leadership to support the overall strategy, design, and management of the Company’s benefit programs, focusing on healthcare benefits, point solutions, targeted health support programs, and total wellbeing.

• Wellbeing Initiatives: Lead global wellbeing initiatives (physical, emotional, financial, social) and collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., ERGs, wellbeing champions) to foster a culture of wellbeing.

• Performance Metrics: Establish metrics for program performance and prepare dashboards for senior leadership presentations.

• Program Development: Advocate for new initiatives to improve workforce health and productivity, ensuring continuous improvement of the Company’s benefits portfolio.

• Market Trends: Participate in surveys and benchmarking studies, staying informed on the latest benefit best practices and market trends.

• Key Initiatives: Support important initiatives such as M&A and Open Enrollment.

• Vendor Management: Oversee vendor relationships, ensuring high standards are met; monitor program metrics, evaluate efficiency and effectiveness, and present data-driven recommendations.

• Contract Management: Manage contracts, renewals, and vendor risk requirements, working closely with procurement and legal teams.

• Financial Monitoring: Monitor medical spend and prepare materials for quarterly benefits finance meetings.

• Process Improvement: Identify and recommend operational process improvements and opportunities for streamlining and automation.

• Communications: Collaborate with corporate communications to create a holistic, value-driven communications plan to increase employee awareness, engagement, and appreciation of Assurant benefits.

• Employee Experience: Develop insights related to employee experience through surveys, focus groups, and other feedback tools to optimize offerings.

• Compliance: Ensure programs comply with applicable regulations and manage certain compliance activities, including Creditable Coverage disclosure and Gag Clause attestation.

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in Global Health & Wellbeing benefits, including experience with self-insured plans.

• Experience in vendor management, including request for proposals (RFPs), contracting, and renewal negotiations.

• Proven ability to drive process improvements, gain efficiencies, and enhance employee experience.

• Proficiency in data analysis, including data collection, cleaning, interpretation, and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and compliance requirements related to benefits (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA).

• HS Diploma or GED required, bachelor’s degree or equivalent is highly preferred.

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have? 

• Master’s degree is plus.

• Related certifications such as Professional in Human Resources or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist credentials are preferred.

How much travel should I expect?

• Up to 10% annually.

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Pay Range:

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

Expected application deadline is

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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 13 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition in 2023, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.