Sr. Manager Global Benefits

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotives next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions were addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity AI security and more well map a new way forward. Working together well create a future thats more connected more intelligent more sustainable for everyone.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Sr. Manager of Global Benefits who will play a critical role in taking Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies (RV Tech) programs and operations to the next level. This position will report directly to the Sr. Director of People at RV Tech and will be located out of our Palo Alto CA office at least 3 days per week.

The person hired for the role is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational Benefits programs including vendor management. Youll collaborate closely with other internal partners such as Compensation Equity Global Mobility HR Business Partners Payroll Finance Accounting Treasury and Legal.

• Oversight and Collaboration: Provide direct oversight of all benefits programs vendor partnerships policies processes and identify optimization opportunities to further develop and evolve RV Techs benefit programs.

• Comprehensive Benefit Administration: Oversee and ensure compliance for all benefit programs including enrollment system medical/pharmacy dental vision Life Insurance and Disability family programs 401(k) Spending and Saving Accounts and Wellness plans.

• Employee Communication & Support: Oversee Benefit communication campaigns (Open Enrollment etc.) and effectively communicating benefit plans to employees. Act as the primary contact for team members consulting on complex benefit issues and cases.

• Vendor & Consultant Coordination: Collaborate with benefit consultants and plan provider leadership teams to ensure seamless administration and strategic program partnership with the Benefits broker/consultant conduct research and analysis to recommend new benefit programs that keep RV Tech competitive and cost-effective including managing various Requests for Proposals on benefit program solutions.

• Strategic Program Management: Support the vision analysis research communication and administration of strategic benefit programs. Align these programs with the companys growth strategy business objectives and talent acquisition and retention goals.

• Technology & Systems Oversight: Manage and configure the systems and technology that support benefit plans and eligibility. Work closely with Payroll HRIS (Workday) and HR Shared Services to ensure an exceptional employee experience.

• Financial Analysis & Budgeting: Collaborate with Finance on budgeting and financial analysis of benefit programs. Monitor high-cost claims target problem and trend areas and ensure accurate budget planning and tracking.

• Wellbeing Program Management: Oversee existing disease management and wellbeing programs analyze their effectiveness and recommend new initiatives.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all benefit programs comply with governmental regulations and labor laws including ERISA FMLA ACA HIPAA and CAA. Provide oversight for all required testing audits reporting and SOX compliance.

• 10 years of experience with at least 5 years of US Benefits Management/Leadership experience ideally in a high-growth scaling technology environment.

• Ability to effectively manage a variety of projects and initiatives concurrently.

• Experience managing US Benefit programs with a deep understanding of ERISA.

• Ability to adapt and drive operational optimization program and process improvements and continuously simplify processes to enhance the employee experience.

• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems; lead cross-organizational efforts; build relationships across organization boundaries; commitment to quality and continuous improvement; analysis skills and detail-oriented.

• Ability to use sound business judgment when collaborating with stakeholders.

• Proven ability to execute processes accurately and on time.

• Possess an innovative and creative approach to problem solving.

• Exhibits exceptional communication and interpersonal skills effectively collaborating with employees across all organizational levels with a focus on program education and promotion.

• Systems experience: Workday and G-suite (Gmail Google Calendar G-Drive Docs Sheets etc.).

We build the exceptional and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded addition to a competitive base salary full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans including applicable vesting requirements.

In addition to our compensation programs we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health wellbeing and financial future for full-time employees including health coverage retirement savings time off and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs.

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site ( If you are a current employee please apply through our internal job board.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation gender gender expression gender identity genetic information or characteristics physical or mental disability marital/domestic partner status age military/veteran status medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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