Benefits Manager, Canada, Benefits Experience & Technology (BXT)
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Amazon is seeking an Employee Benefits Manager to join our Americas Benefits team. This role will be located in Seattle and will partner extensively with internal stakeholders and external partners on the strategy design and delivery of employee benefits. Qualified candidates need to have industry experience managing multi-country benefit programs and leading teams.
The ideal candidate is highly organized analytical and works effectively with internal and external contacts. They have proven abilities to manage multiple critical projects concurrently to successful completion and they should enjoy the challenges of developing and improving programs and service delivery in a highly dynamic environment. This role will be responsible for leading benefits for Canada and identifying new opportunities to meet the needs of our diverse and rapidly growing business.
Periodic travel is required.
Key job responsibilities
Strategic Benefit Management and Design This position will be responsible for Canadian benefit plans (statutory requirements and typical market practices) and developing benefit program proposals that align to Amazons Global Benefits Strategy including provincial regulatory considerations across all Canadian jurisdictions.
Implementation You will be responsible for all implementation activities of approved benefit programs including selection and setup of benefit providers creating project plans assembling resources and developing and documenting processes and policies through the stabilization period.
Governance Ensuring programs align to Amazons benefit philosophy and meet local regulatory requirements including federal and provincial legislation (e.g. Employment Standards Acts Quebec-specific requirements). This also includes monitoring costs financial impact future funding requirements competitiveness of package and ensuring adherence with regulatory legal and best practice approaches.
Expansion Program Management Act as subject matter expert for expansion activity within Canada including setting up new entities new benefits and implementing global programs.
Consulting Become a trusted advisor to the International Compensation and Benefits team local HR payroll and our vendors to ensure high-quality delivery of all benefit programs and initiatives.
Communication and Influence Communicate the value of new or existing benefits programs and provide recommendations on design changes that will enhance our employees quality of life. Influence stakeholders to gain buy-in and approvals.
Vendor Management Directly manage vendors. Recommend standards for vendor performance. Maintain vendor performance by identifying and monitoring performance issues and ensuring resolutions.
Process Improvements Identify areas where Amazon can deliver benefits more efficiently and effectively. Implement solutions at a country regional or international level.
Apply Data & Voice of Customer Use metrics to form POVs and drive decision-making. Participate in efforts to define a VoC framework for gathering employee feedback and using meaningful insights to support recommendations.
About the team
Inclusive Team Culture
At Amazon we embrace our differences and are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazons culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives learn and be curious and earn trust.
Work-Life Balance
We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to long-term happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.
Mentorship & Career Growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional.
- 8 years of relevant field experience
- Experience in employee benefit plan design including healthcare workers compensation and pension schemes along with associated complexities of plan administration associated payroll processes country level regulatory requirements and benefits program taxability
- Speak write and read fluently in French and English with respect to complex technical instructions and concepts
- Bachelors degree or equivalent
- Experience in English-language communication skills both written and verbal
- Can communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
- Experience in ownership of projects and communicating timelines and executing independently
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective communication abilities or experience in managing and troublshooting network
- Experience in vendor management
- Experience driving improvement programs in the operations engineering and support fields
- Experience creating and implementing large-scale programs
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective communication abilities or experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The ideal candidate is highly organized analytical and works effectively with internal and external contacts. They have proven abilities to manage multiple critical projects concurrently to successful completion and they should enjoy the challenges of developing and improving programs and service delivery in a highly dynamic environment. This role will be responsible for leading benefits for Canada and identifying new opportunities to meet the needs of our diverse and rapidly growing business.
Periodic travel is required.
Key job responsibilities
Strategic Benefit Management and Design This position will be responsible for Canadian benefit plans (statutory requirements and typical market practices) and developing benefit program proposals that align to Amazons Global Benefits Strategy including provincial regulatory considerations across all Canadian jurisdictions.
Implementation You will be responsible for all implementation activities of approved benefit programs including selection and setup of benefit providers creating project plans assembling resources and developing and documenting processes and policies through the stabilization period.
Governance Ensuring programs align to Amazons benefit philosophy and meet local regulatory requirements including federal and provincial legislation (e.g. Employment Standards Acts Quebec-specific requirements). This also includes monitoring costs financial impact future funding requirements competitiveness of package and ensuring adherence with regulatory legal and best practice approaches.
Expansion Program Management Act as subject matter expert for expansion activity within Canada including setting up new entities new benefits and implementing global programs.
Consulting Become a trusted advisor to the International Compensation and Benefits team local HR payroll and our vendors to ensure high-quality delivery of all benefit programs and initiatives.
Communication and Influence Communicate the value of new or existing benefits programs and provide recommendations on design changes that will enhance our employees quality of life. Influence stakeholders to gain buy-in and approvals.
Vendor Management Directly manage vendors. Recommend standards for vendor performance. Maintain vendor performance by identifying and monitoring performance issues and ensuring resolutions.
Process Improvements Identify areas where Amazon can deliver benefits more efficiently and effectively. Implement solutions at a country regional or international level.
Apply Data & Voice of Customer Use metrics to form POVs and drive decision-making. Participate in efforts to define a VoC framework for gathering employee feedback and using meaningful insights to support recommendations.
About the team
Inclusive Team Culture
At Amazon we embrace our differences and are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazons culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives learn and be curious and earn trust.
Work-Life Balance
We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to long-term happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.
Mentorship & Career Growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional.
- 8 years of relevant field experience
- Experience in employee benefit plan design including healthcare workers compensation and pension schemes along with associated complexities of plan administration associated payroll processes country level regulatory requirements and benefits program taxability
- Speak write and read fluently in French and English with respect to complex technical instructions and concepts
- Bachelors degree or equivalent
- Experience in English-language communication skills both written and verbal
- Can communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
- Experience in ownership of projects and communicating timelines and executing independently
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective communication abilities or experience in managing and troublshooting network
- Experience in vendor management
- Experience driving improvement programs in the operations engineering and support fields
- Experience creating and implementing large-scale programs
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective communication abilities or experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at WA Seattle - 135100.00 - 182700.00 USD annually
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Manager
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