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Overview of the RoleThe VP, International Benefits is responsible for delivering Nuveen's global benefits offering across 26 countries in Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. This role also involves supporting with continuously evaluating and evolving Nuveen's international benefits strategy and philosophy. The role ensures our benefits offering aligns with business requirements and our expanding footprint, positions Nuveen competitively in key markets, enhances our employee value proposition, and maintains adherence to all regulatory and compliance requirements.
This role reports to the Head of International Employment Tax, Benefits Strategy & Global Mobility, with matrix accountability to the Head of International HR and the Global Head of Benefits for TIAA. The role has oversight of the India-based shared services benefits administration team and a benefits specialist based in London.
This role requires a dynamic, results-oriented professional who brings exceptional drive and commercial acumen. The ideal candidate will demonstrate resilience in navigating complex, multi-jurisdictional challenges while maintaining momentum and urgency. Success requires a hands on leadership style-someone willing to "roll up their sleeves" and work alongside the team to solve problems and deliver outcomes. Central to this role is genuine accountability for results and a passion for delivering exceptional employee and stakeholder experiences.
Key Responsibilities: Strategy & PlanningLead the execution and continuous refinement of the benefits and pension strategy for all Nuveen locations in EMEA, APAC, and LATAM
Conduct regular reviews of benefit offerings and policies to ensure alignment with legislative changes, market trends, cost efficiency, ROI, and employee needs
Collaborate with business leadership, HR partners, and TIAA to continuously enhance the benefits and wellbeing program
Ensure compliance with all benefits-related regulatory and reporting requirements across all jurisdictions
Maintain robust internal controls through regular process audits and compliance reviews to identify and mitigate risks
Serve as key facilitator for the UK Pension Governance Committee, partnering with the Chair to drive governance activities and strategic decision making
Present benefits strategy updates to regional Boards and Executive Committees as required
Manage strategic relationships with brokers and benefits providers, including leading annual renewal processes and vendor performance management
Maintain comprehensive vendor management framework, including due diligence, performance monitoring, and risk assessment for all benefits suppliers
Negotiate competitive terms and ensure service level agreements are consistently met
Provide leadership and oversight to the India-based Benefits operations team, including process optimization, training, and quality assurance
Design and implement end to end processes (in partnership with other functions e.g. payroll as required) that ensure accurate and efficient benefits administration
Lead benefits integration and development for new office locations, expansions, and M&A activity
Design and lead benefits communication strategies and employee engagement initiatives to drive awareness and utilization
Act as subject matter expert and trusted advisor to employees, managers, and HR business partners on all benefits related matters
Ensure communications are tailored appropriately for diverse cultural contexts and employee populations
Minimum 10+ years of progressive hands on benefits leadership experience, with a strong track record of successfully delivering international benefits programmes; Financial Services sector experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated success designing, implementing, and managing benefits, wellbeing, and pension programs across multiple countries and regulatory environments
Deep knowledge of benefits legislation, compliance requirements, and market practices across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regions
Extensive experience with end to end benefits operations, including vendor management, payroll integration, HRIS systems, and cross functional process design
Advanced proficiency with HR technology platforms and data analytics tools; experience leveraging AI or automation to enhance benefits delivery is advantageous
Track record of driving offshoring initiatives to maximise efficiency, and in leading and developing teams involved in benefits administration/operations
Experience with Darwin and Workday would be advantageous
Strong business and commercial acumen with outstanding analytical and numerical reasoning skills to evaluate complex benefits scenarios and business cases
Strategic thinking capability with ability to develop, execute, and adapt long term benefits strategy aligned to organisational objectives
Deep understanding of the international benefits landscape, including regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and emerging trends across multiple jurisdictions
High degree of resilience with ability to successfully navigate complexity, ambiguity, and competing priorities
Drive and commitment to advance initiatives with urgency and focus, maintaining momentum through obstacles
Exceptional client service orientation with genuine desire to exceed expectations and create outstanding employee experiences
Strong oral and written communication skills with proven ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences, from employees to C suite executives
Experience building trust and influence within global, matrixed organisations
Cross cultural competence and sensitivity in working effectively across diverse geographic regions and cultural contexts
Meticulous attention to detail in compliance, documentation, and process management
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands on execution, diving into details when needed
Strong collaboration skills combined with independent ownership and accountability for outcomes
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