Senior Manager, Benefits

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Benefits Manager

Location : Strong preference for Seattle, WA (hybrid or remote within the Puget Sound region)

Industry : Retail / Consumer Services

Compensation : Up to ~$180K base + 40–50% bonus

About the Company

Our client is a large, multi-national retail organization focused on mission-driven, sustainability-oriented operations. The company employs thousands of employees across the globe and continues to grow at a steady pace. The culture is collaborative and people-first, with an emphasis on building a strong HR community anchored in the Seattle area.

Role Overview

The Senior Benefits Manager  oversees all benefits strategy and operations across a handful of countries. Reporting to the Director of Total Rewards, this leader manages a team of five benefits professionals and ensures smooth, compliant, and employee-focused delivery of health & welfare programs, vendor partnerships, and annual benefits cycles.

This role requires deep experience supporting large, multi-location workforces (minimum 5,000+ employees), including hourly and international populations. Strong leadership presence, communication skills, and the ability to guide organizational change are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Lead strategy, administration, and optimization of global benefits programs.

Manage and develop a team of five benefits specialists.

Oversee vendor relationships, plan design, compliance, open enrollment, and escalations.

Support upcoming benefits program changes and potential vendor transitions.

Utilize data and HR systems to drive decisions and improve processes.

Partner with HR and business leaders to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of people management experience required.

Experience supporting benefits for organizations with 5,000+ employees .

Knowledge of both U.S. and Canadian benefits required; international exposure preferred.

Strong analytical skills, communication, and executive presence.

Comfortable navigating change and operating in a fast-paced, growing environment.

About CV Resources

CV Resources is a specialized recruiting firm focused on placing top talent in HR, accounting, finance, and beyond.

To apply for this position or learn more about similar opportunities, please apply directly through CV Resources or visit our website (www.cvrstaffing.com).

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