Head of Benefits and Pensions Operations

  • James Gray Associates
  • Mar 23, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Head of Benefits & Pensions (Global) - Interim

London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)

£100,000 - £130,000 / £600 per day (Inside IR35) + completion bonus

9-month contract

A global, complex organisation is seeking a senior Benefits & Pensions leader to step into a critical interim role, ensuring continuity and driving key initiatives across international operations.

This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for a multi-region team (UK & US focus), where you'll take ownership of:

  • Delivery of annual benefits cycles and pension programmes
  • Oversight of global benefits operations and vendor relationships
  • Leading system integration and change initiatives
  • Driving alignment and improvements across multiple regions

You'll be someone who can step in immediately, take ownership, and deliver in a fast-paced environment, particularly during a peak operational period.

Key experience:

  • Strong global benefits & pensions background (UK & US essential)
  • Proven leadership of international teams
  • Experience in complex, fast-moving environments
  • Strong stakeholder and vendor management
  • Exposure to HR systems / transformation projects

Immediate availability (or short notice) is highly desirable to allow for a smooth handover.