Global Head of Benefits

OpenAI • San Francisco, CA

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

We're looking for a Global Head of Benefits to lead and improve our benefits programs, policies and processes, focusing on the US, EMEA and APAC teams. As part of this role, you’ll manage a small team of benefits professionals and support team growth over time.
You'll create and drive the design, delivery, and communication of benefit programs, policies and processes to support attracting and retaining talent. Reporting to our VP of Total Rewards, you'll be responsible for designing global benefit constructs, based on statutory and regulatory requirements for multiple countries. You’ll partner with the most senior leaders of the company to align benefit philosophy and business strategy. You’ll have complete management over the global vendor relationships that span across benefits, retirement, disability and perks.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of experience in benefits strategy and operations, with a strong record of designing and implementing successful global programs.
• Experience leading global teams of 5+ colleagues in the realms of benefits, rewards, or global mobility.
• Expertise in navigating compliance and regulatory requirements surrounding global benefits programs.
• A results-driven approach paired with outstanding analytical and project management capabilities, creative problem solving, and with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Leading change and driving programs at a global scale with high-growth expansion.

Responsibilities

• Drive Strategic Vision - Lead the design and administration of comprehensive employee benefits programs—ranging from health insurance to wellness initiatives—to ensure our employees feel valued and supported.
• Craft Compelling Narratives - Develop and articulate a rewards philosophy that resonates with every level of our organization, integrating total rewards strategies with our employee value proposition and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Collaborate for Impact - Partner with senior leadership and People teams to identify key opportunities for enhancing our rewards offering.
• Empower Your Team - Lead and mentor a talented group of benefits and People professionals, fostering a culture of development and growth.
• Ensure Compliance - Take ownership of all compliance and regulatory updates, ensuring our programs meet necessary standards globally.

Benefits

• Our open-plan offices have height-adjustable desks, conference rooms, phone booths, well-stocked kitchens full of snacks and drinks, three in-house prepared meals daily, a private outdoor space for working in the sun or socializing, nap rooms, private bike storage, and more.
• We offer relocation assistance to new employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees