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Benefits & Leave Program Manager

extra holidays - extra parental leave - fully flexible

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Experience:

Senior (5-10 years)

Work from:

United Kingdom

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, 5+ years in benefits and leave management, Strong knowledge of international benefits laws, Experience managing benefits across regions, Proven project leadership and vendor management.

Key responsabilities:

Oversee international benefit administration in EMEA and APJ
Provide service on benefit and leave inquiries
Collaborate with teams for accurate data management
Lead annual renewal and enrollment processes
Conduct research and launch new benefit programs

Smartsheet Large https://www.smartsheet.com/

1001 - 5000 Employees

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Job description

Smartsheet is a tech company with a human story to tell. We’re here to empower teams to manage projects, automate workflows, and rapidly build new secure solutions, using simple no-code tools. We’re revolutionaries – so for us changing the way the world works is all in a day’s work.

We are seeking a strategic Benefits & Leave Program Manager to oversee our international benefit and leave programs. This role requires a blend of hands-on administration and strategic oversight to ensure our programs are competitive, well-managed, and aligned with our company goals.

This role is part of the Global Benefits team and is based at Smartsheet in London, UK (hybrid or UK, remote eligible) and reports to Director, Benefits based in the US.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day benefit administration for our EMEA and APJ entities, including leave and accommodations.
Provide exceptional service to employees and People Business Partner stakeholders related to benefit and leave matters including escalated issues.
Collaborate with payroll, systems, people teams, and outside vendors for accurate data management (HRIS: Workday) and execution.
Lead non-US annual renewal and enrollment processes, including implementing any plan, system, and vendor changes.
Conduct market research and launch ad hoc benefit programs and projects including, but not limited to, global expansion with support from our benefits broker.
Keep up to date with legislative changes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
Ownership and accountability of all non-US accommodation and leave policies and procedures.
Actively contribute to the P&C team to drive best practice and ensure the benefit strategy supports the company’s short and long-term objectives.
Lead change management for benefits and leave programs, ensuring smooth transitions through effective communication and stakeholder engagement

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
5+ years of experience in benefits and leave management with a focus on international programs.
Strong knowledge of international benefits laws, regulations, and market trends to be able to design and communicate engaging programmes.
Experience managing benefits across multiple countries and regions.
Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing global projects and managing vendor relationships.
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams.
Ability to analyze data and provide benefits and leave related insights on individuals or groups to the Benefits team to aid value-add decision making.

Perks & Benefits:

Employer-paid Private Medical and Dental, additional cost for family members
Equity - Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) for eligible roles
Lucrative Employee Stock Purchase Program (15% discount)
Monthly contributions toward your pension
Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
25 days paid for Holiday + Bank Holidays + Flexible Time Away Program
20 weeks fully paid Maternity Leave
12 weeks fully paid Paternity/Adoption Leave
Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community
Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses
Company Funded Perks including a counseling membership, salary sacrifice options, and your own personal Smartsheet account.
Teleworking options from any registered location in the UK (role specific)

Get to Know Us:

At Smartsheet, we’ve created a place where everyone is welcome — people from all over the world, all backgrounds, all ages, all colors, and all beliefs working side by side. Here, everyone can make a difference and empower others to do the same. You’re encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match our job description—if your career path has been nontraditional, that will set you apart. At Smartsheet, we empower everyone, everywhere to change the way the world works—join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, and Japan. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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