Benefits Director (remote)

KBR • Houston, TX

406d • Remote

About The Position

The Benefits Director at KBR is a strategic role focused on leading the administration and compliance of employee health and welfare and retirement benefits. This position requires an innovative thinker who can thrive in a fast-paced, complex global benefits environment, ensuring that all programs are compliant with regulatory requirements while also driving results through effective partnerships and accountability. The role involves managing the annual enrollment process, internal and external partner relationships, and providing strategic insights for benefit operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related areas required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a corporate environment is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in U.S. health and welfare benefits in a complex, global public company is required.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ADA, IRS Tax Code, 5500s, FMLA, USERRA and other relevant laws.
• Exceptional communication skills to partner with US and global teams as needed.
• Demonstrated team leadership and project management skills are required.
• Ability to use data insights and metrics to create rationale for recommendations.

Nice To Haves

• Global benefits experience is a plus.
• Workday and SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the day-to-day administration and compliance of employee Health and Welfare and Retirement benefits.
• Manage the annual enrollment process including systems changes, employee communications, and meetings.
• Manage internal and external partner relationships, including contract negotiations and union negotiations.
• Provide strategic insights and leadership for all benefit operations that interlock with other internal/external processes.
• Monitor and understand current and emerging market trends for benefit program delivery and optimization.
• Work closely with the Benefits team and vendors to identify potential opportunities and gaps.
• Propose and lead initiatives aligned to longer-term objectives.
• Engage as a strategic partner regarding benefits to the HR/People Team and business professionals throughout the company.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of benefits offerings through employee surveys and market analysis.
• Prepare and present regular reports on benefits programs to senior management.

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees