Global Benefits Specialist

SumUp is seeking an experienced Global Benefits Specialist to join the SumUp team in the Berlin office. You will support the Global Benefits & Mobility Lead as part of the overall Total Reward team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, project and stakeholder management skills, as well as a collaborative mindset. This role What you’ll do: The Benefits Specialist is focused on benchmarking, identifying gaps in our offering and implementing comprehensive benefits packages (health, retirement, wellness) across all countries aligned with the overall Benefits Philosophy. Key Responsibilities Administering and Managing Benefit Programs: Overseeing the daily operations of various benefit plans, including health insurance, retirement plans, disability, and leave programs. Communicating Benefits to Employees: Explaining benefit plans, conducting orientations and open enrollment sessions, and developing communication materials are crucial for employee understanding. Resolving Employee Issues: Addressing inquiries and concerns related to benefits, ensuring timely and accurate responses. Ensuring Compliance: Staying current with federal and state regulations regarding benefits and ensuring adherence to those regulations. Collaborating with Vendors and Brokers: Working with insurance providers, benefit administrators, and other external parties to manage benefits offerings. Analyzing and Reporting: Evaluating benefits program effectiveness, analyzing utilization data, and preparing reports for management. Researching and Recommending: Staying informed about market trends, researching new benefits options, and recommending changes to enhance the overall program. Designing New Programs: Assisting in the development of new benefits programs to meet evolving employee needs and organizational goals. What we're looking for: You have experience building a benefits portfolio across multiple countries Are skilled at project management and benefits implementation You have a solid understanding of benefits regulatory requirements and compliance across multiple countries You strive for efficient, effective and transparent processes Care deeply about the employee experience and employee communication You enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, and take ownership of your work. Who we are: Business owners are at the heart of everything we do at SumUp, which is why we create powerful, easy-to-use financial solutions to help them. With a founder’s mentality and a 'team-first’ attitude, our diverse teams across the globe work together to ensure small business owners we partner with can be successful doing what they love. SumUp is a global financial technology company that allows businesses of all sizes to manage their business and accept payments both in-store and online. Named as Europe’s fastest-growing company in the Inc. 5000, SumUp supports over 4 million merchants globally and operates in 36 markets across Europe, the U.S., South America, and Australia. With our point of sale systems, card terminals and online services relied upon by businesses of all sizes, SumUp is the partner of choice for small businesses from every walk of life. Benefits & More: 🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Berlin office. This involves an office-first setup 🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced 📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 for your individual development, which can be used to attend conferences and/or advancing your career through further education 💶 A corporate pension scheme where we match up to 20% of your contributions 🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 28 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days 🏙 Numerous other benefits such as Urban Sports Club subsidy, Kita placem...