Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.
Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.
Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.
About the role
As Head of Americas Benefits, you will be responsible for the strategy, design, communications, administration and compliance of Haleon’s US, Puerto Rico and Canada benefits, wellness programs, policies and processes. This position reports to the Head of Global Benefits in the UK and manages a staff of 3. In addition to supporting the Americas, the Head of Americas Benefits may support initiatives across Haleon regions.
You will provide thought leadership and partnership across the Americas, focusing on strategy, governance, and a great employee experience. This role will ensure that benefits programs are competitive, compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with Haleon’s core values and business goals. Scope of accountability includes the full lifecycle, management and delivery of US and Puerto Rico benefit plans, including health & welfare, retirement plans, disability, retiree medical, non-qualified executive benefits plans and voluntary benefits for ~3,500 employees.
You’ll be the internal point of contact and subject matter expert for benefits and serve as a company representative to external consultants, brokers, carriers, vendors and legal counsel. You will be key member of the global benefits leadership team, responsible for helping define and implement the global reward, wellbeing, and benefits strategies, including leadership for leave of absence administration.
This is a full-time, flexible hybrid position requiring 3 days per week in-office, reporting to Haleon’s Warren, NJ office. Periodic travel to other offices may be required.
Key responsibilities
Design, Lead, and Govern Benefits Programs: Oversee the strategy, design, administration, and compliance of comprehensive, innovative, and inclusive employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), retiree medical, voluntary benefits, and non-qualified executive deferred compensation plan, etc.) for the US, Puerto Rico and Canada, ensuring alignment with global strategies and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with vendors, consultants, brokers, and internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality, cost-effective service delivery, including periodic reviews, contract renewals, and performance monitoring.
Continuous Improvement and Governance: Use data, employee feedback, and external benchmarks to inform benefit strategy improvements, maintain strong governance, and ensure all compliance requirements are met in a timely manner.
Team Leadership and Collaboration: Select, train, and evaluate team members; collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, Payroll, Procurement, Technology and other partners to deliver seamless benefits administration and support business strategies.
Operational Excellence: Oversee annual enrollment, vendor renewals, process improvements, and issue resolution to ensure a positive employee experience and operational efficiency.
Education and Communication: Develop and execute robust communication and education strategies to help employees make informed benefits choices using various media and channels.
Financial and Compliance Oversight: Manage financial operations, government filings, required notices, audits, Benefits and Investment Committees, and ensure all plan documents and contracts are accurate, compliant, and up to date.
Project and Change Leadership: Lead and deliver annual and ad hoc projects, improvement initiatives, and support global benefits projects as required.
Why you?
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field.
10+years of progressive experience in benefits program design, compliance, communications, and delivery in complex matrixed organization.
Deep knowledge of US benefits landscape and strong working knowledge and application of US and PR benefit programs and laws, including but not limited to ERISA, FMLA, ADA, ACA, COBRA, HIPPA, etc.
Experience in 401(k) retirement plans administration and financial wellness initiatives.
Experience in creating benefits communications, vendor management and benefits operations.
Expertly builds and manages relationships with vendors, brokers, and stakeholders, applying advanced vendor management and negotiation skills to deliver cost-efficient, high-quality programs.
Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and fast paced environment, leading through complex issues and creative problem solving.
Strong project management, organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage high volumes of work and conflicting priorities.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking and change management abilities with sound judgement.
Ability to work or act as liaison between other departments and partner with others.
Self-reliant and pro-active, and able to work independently.
Proficient or advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite – specifically Excel, PowerPoint and HR systems knowledge (preferably Workday).
Preferred Skills
Experience working in related role across various global regions with global knowledge and awareness.
Experience managing direct reports.
Compensation: The salary range for this role is: $131,352- $180,609 plus a 18% bonus.
Location: This role is based in based in Warren, NJ, and follows a hybrid model, requiring an in-office presence of 3 days per week.
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Haleon offers a robust Total Reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program. This includes a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and time off programs including 6 months paid parental leave. On day one, you are eligible for benefits, including our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family. We also offer the opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs as part of the offering.
Equal Opportunities
Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.
During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.
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