Job Description

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.



Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

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The Benefits Design SME and Business Partner is responsible for providing local and regional business leaders and HR Business Partners with benefits advice and consulting in alignment with the Global Benefits Philosophy, Strategy, and Objectives. Conducts analysis, develops financials, and creates new and/or updates existing communications. Prepares recommendations/presentations for the Leadership and key stakeholders. With local/regional/global support, coordinates work and project manages various benefits work/projects. Provides benefits consulting and guidance to HR Directors/Managers, HR Coordinators, Benefits Operations, and other key stakeholders. May lead and manage one or more members of the Global Benefits COE as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities

Partner with country/regional/global HR and business leaders to develop recommendations regarding benefit programs that align with the Global Benefits philosophy, strategy, and objectives and the local business needs to support local competitive customs, practices, and laws.



Support annual benefit renewals in each country/region/global in collaboration with local brokers, local HR, and business leadership representatives.



Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, legislative trends, and external competitiveness; participate in the actuarial/funding review of benefit offerings, and forecasting; and work directly with the business finance team and external/internal legal counsel on short- and long-term cost and legal implications.



Research benefits best practices through surveys, networking, and other sources of industry information for all countries/regions/global areas of responsibility. Participates in analysis and recommendations for entrance into countries new to JLL.



Work with country/regional staff on roll-outs of new benefit programs by developing/reviewing estimates of resource requirements; confirming cross-functional teams; assist with identifying and mitigating potential benefits compliance issues; managing multiple timelines; defining and communicating expectations for quality outcomes and process standards; identifying trends and tracking progress; investigating and adopting best practices from within and outside of JLL.



Review processes and policies to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations by monitoring new and emerging benefits legislation. Uses judgment to assess and apply global benefits governance, including determining the materiality of impact on company reputation. Prepares and presents benefit program proposals, seeking approval from the Head of Global Benefits and/or other key stakeholders.



Consult on and provide support for benefits due diligence during mergers and acquisition activity and organic growth.

Maintain and continue growth of knowledge of benefits legislation to ensure company compliance.



Education Level

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Field of Study

Certifications

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation and/or Global Remuneration Professional (GRP) designation preferred.

Years of Experience

Generally requires 8-11 years Employee Benefits experience (minimum of 5 years of international employee benefits experience), particularly in benefits design and funding; expertise in international benefits design, development, and funding; familiarity with a variety of benefits concepts, practices and procedures, and programs globally.

Disclaimer

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!



Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:



JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.



About JLL -



We're JLL--a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.



Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.



Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.