Director, Global Benefits

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Description

If you are a BENEFITS professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! As the Director of Global Benefits, you will be a strategic leader responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive benefits strategy that aligns with our organization’s overall business objectives and values. You will lead the design of global programs, lead the design and management of U.S. programs, and provide consultation on local programs. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Total Rewards, you will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive initiatives that attract, retain, and motivate top talent.

As the Director of Global Benefits, you will:

Lead the design and delivery of global benefits programs that consider diverse employee needs across the globe including health and welfare, retirement, wellbeing, and leave

Establish and maintain minimum global benefits standards•

Develop and lead a global wellbeing strategy

Lead US benefits strategy, design, and activation

Consult with business units on local benefits program design and execution

Ensure benefits programs align with company values and support a diverse workforce

Partner with peers and the VP, Total Reward to create and maintain a global total reward philosophy and strategy

o Includes developing and implementing a comprehensive global benefits framework aligned with business and HR objectives

o Utilize framework to drive consistency across business units

Select and manage vendors for global and U.S. programs

Analyze industry trends, claims trends, and employee needs to recommend adjustments to benefits programs as needed

Lead communications efforts regarding benefits programs, design, and philosophy, translating complex benefits topics into easily understood terms for our employees

This role will partner closely with regional Total Rewards partners to ensure an aligned approach for all business units and locations

Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to benefit

WHO YOU ARE:

You are decisive and make high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. You effectively align the interests of multiple, diverse stakeholders. You think globally and excel at viewing issues on a worldwide basis. You facilitate an open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and stakeholders. You express yourself in a credible and transparent manner.

LOCATION:

Ideally, this role will be based in St. Louis. However, the role can be hybrid/flexible with candidates willing to travel on a regular basis to St. Louis and/or other company locations.

Required education, experiences & skills:

Prior experience designing global benefits programs

Prior experience designing and managing U.S. health, insurance, leave, and retirement programs

Understanding of benefits regulations across different countries

Proven experience mentoring & leading other employees

Experience building a high performing team

Experience with organizational change and implementation of new TR programs & processes

Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret market data

Excellent communication and negotiation abilities

Outstanding organizational skills and a can-do demeanor that shows persistence despite obstacles and setbacks

Willingness and flexibility to take on special projects in support of the broader HR agenda and strategy

Ability to produce quality results in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment

Maintains composure and efficiency in stressful situations

Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite

Legal Authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Preferred education, experiences & skills:

Ten (10) years of progressive Total Rewards experience, including five (5) years of leadership experience

Prior experience in a large global company and/or in benefits consulting

Experience with Workday HCM

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)

Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) and/or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation is a plus

Remote Work Arrangement:

This role is fully remote. As a remote colleague, you may be required to travel to a Copeland site regularly to collaborate with your team or customers as needed. Copeland is committed to fostering a productive and connected culture, so you will have the opportunity to work with your team and leader to understand your team operating principles to collaborate effectively. Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. In accordance with Colorado EPEWA, the salary/pay range for this role is $145,200-261,400 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

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Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future - for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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