Head of Global Benefits and Mobility

The Head of Global Benefits and Mobility will be responsible for Vanguard’s Global Benefits, mobility and wellbeing programs. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the successful candidate in this role will champion innovative, strategic initiatives that enhance employee health, promote work-life balance, and ensure competitive, cost-effective benefits programs for the enterprise.

By joining our organization, you will have the opportunity to drive forward-thinking benefits solutions and shape the wellbeing of our global workforce that make a tangible difference in the lives of our employees (Vanguard crew). If you are a strategic visionary leader, passionate about delivering top-tier benefits programs, we encourage you to apply.

In this role you will

• Coach, guide, and develop a high-performing Global Benefits team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Provide guidance and training as necessary to develop crew. Set performance standards, review performance, and make informed compensation decisions in accordance with all applicable Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Lead the end-to-end management of health and retirement benefits plans, global mobility programs, benefits administration, and lifestyle and wellbeing initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and key stakeholders to continuously assess and improve benefits offerings based on crew needs, market trends, and financial considerations.
• Drive change management processes to smoothly introduce new benefits, refine existing programs, and further promote a culture of wellbeing within the organization.
• Utilize data and analytics to inform decision-making, demonstrating a results-driven approach to managing program effectiveness and return on investment. Identify and drive improvements to enhance value and sustainability.
• Oversee the relationship with benefits suppliers, brokers, and consultants to ensure high-quality service delivery and cost management.
• Maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations across all jurisdictions; stay abreast of legislative changes that may impact Benefits and wellbeing strategies.
• Act as a trusted advisor and coach to HR professionals and business leaders across the company on benefits-related matters.
• Utilize outstanding communication skills to articulate a clear vision for the future of employee benefits, persuading and influencing stakeholders at all levels to secure buy-in.

What it takes

• Ten years of progressive, related work experience, with at least five years of benefits strategy, design and administration, total rewards, or compensation experience. Supervisory experience preferred.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred. Relevant certification (e.g., CEBS, SPHR) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing and implementing comprehensive Benefits and wellbeing programs with measurable success.
• Deep understanding of Global Benefits trends and regulations, as well as the particular challenges of diverse and international workforces.
• Expertise in strategic consulting, with a proven track record in operational execution and managing large-scale projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a detail-oriented approach to managing data-driven benefits programs.
• Excellent communication, persuasion, and influence skills, coupled with the capability to engage effectively with all levels of the organization.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged for corporate success.

The ideal candidate excels at these top capabilities

• Strategic thinking: Working through ambiguity, seeing the big picture, and identifying future possibilities.
• Communication and influence: Leading without authority and overcoming doubt or resistance. Deftly managing major stakeholders in high pressure situations.
• Results orientation: Setting high personal standards of excellence and continuously looking for ways to improve performance. Investing and taking appropriate risks while evaluating potential return.
• Collaboration: Listening and exuding confidence to effectively interact with internal partners including (but not limited to) HR teams, Legal, Finance, IT and Data and Analytics, with humility, transparency, inclusivity, and agility.
• Solving problems with data and analysis: Leveraging insights to prioritize resources and investments and pivot on less effective strategies.
• Change management: The ability to lead through transitions and transformations. Knowledge of and ability to align the organization's people and culture with changes in business strategy, organizational structure, technology and business processes to facilitate the adoption of new offers or strategies.
• Developing talent: Proactively engaging external talent, building, and nurturing internal talent; empowering individuals and managing diverse teams to drive engagement and performance.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

We are Vanguard. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests.

For us, investing doesn’t just end in value. It starts with values. Because when you invest with courage, when you invest with clarity, and when you invest with care, you can get so much more in return. We invest with purpose – and that’s how we’ve become a global market leader. Here, we grow by doing the right thing for the people we serve. And so can you.

We want to make success accessible to everyone. This is our opportunity. Let’s make it count.

Inclusion Statement

Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.”

We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.

When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose.

Our core purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.