Senior Benefits Manager - Regulatory Compliance

ABOUT US: LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It’s how we’ve contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 26,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG’s ticker symbol is LSEG. OUR PEOPLE: People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential. We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder – which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 70 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers!! ROLE SUMMARY: LSEG is going through a major transformation. That's an exciting opportunity, and it also means things change often. We're looking for an experienced Benefits Manager to run and improve our benefits and 401(k) programs across the US, Canada and Latin America. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role. You'll keep benefits operations accurate, compliant and running smoothly. You'll also help the Head of Benefits shape strategy and deliver major provider transitions, working with senior leaders up to Executive Committee level. WHAT YOU'LL DO: 401(k) and regulatory compliance - Own the day-to-day running of the 401(k) plan, including annual true-ups and non-discrimination testing. - Make sure all benefit plans meet US federal reporting and legislative requirements, as well as local rules in Canada and Latin America. - Manage plan billing and reconcile it accurately. Data integrity and integrations - Make sure benefits data is accurate across vendor file integrations, including Workday. - Work closely with Payroll, since retirement and benefits data comes from payroll, to keep information accurate, on time and ready for audit. - Find and fix data issues before they affect employees. Vendor transitions and programs - Lead the move to our new medical and dental carrier, so employees get the service we promised. - Help deliver the move to a new provider for life, disability and leave management. - Help the Head of Benefits with plan design, benefits strategy and tech governance. Stakeholder management and escalations - Handle complex employee benefit escalations. Our service center is the first point of contact for routine questions. - Work with senior stakeholders, including Group Heads, the senior People leadership team and the Executive Committee. Explain complex benefits topics clearly and with confidence. - Build strong working relationships with Payroll, People, Finance, Technology and external vendors. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: Essential - 3–5+ years of in-depth benefits experience (5 preferred), with strong hands-on 401(k) experience. - Solid knowledge of US benefits and retirement compliance, including true-ups and non-discrimination testing. - Proven experience managing benefits data and vendor file integrations, with close attention to detail. - Experience working closely with Payroll. - Comfortable working with senior leaders, with strong written and verbal communication skills. - Experience with, or exposure to, benefits in Canada and/or Latin America. Desirable - Workday experience. - Experience leading benefits vendor or carrier transitions. - Workday experience. - Experience leading benefits vendor or carrier transitions. Is This You? LSEG is changing fast. We're building, improving and evolving all the time. If you want a fully mature environment where every process is already in place, this probably isn't the role for you. You'll do well here if you: - Like change and can shift priorities quickly without losing accuracy - Are curious and keen to keep learning - Bring order to complex, changing situations - Want to build things, not just maintain them - This is a chance to make a visible impact while helping shape benefits at one of the world's leading financial markets infrastructure and data providers. Career Stage: Manager Compensation/Benefits Information: LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $136,800 - $228,000. Please be aware base salary ranges may vary by geographic location, city and state. In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP/”bonus plan”). Target AIP rates will be commensurate with role level and posted career stage. Individual salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and equivalent experience. LSEG roles (excluding internships and part-time roles of less than 20 hours per week) are typically eligible for inclusion in our LSEG Benefits program, which includes offerings of: Annual Wellness Allowance, Paid time-off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending & Health Savings Options, Prescription Drug plan, 401(K) Savings Plan and Company match. LSEG’s Benefits plan also includes basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance commuter assistance etc. LSEG unlocks the power of markets to create opportunities across the global economy. Through our connected network of market infrastructure, data and analytics, we help customers access capital, manage risk and make confident decisions. Our insights bring clarity to complex markets, and our trusted services ensure resilience and stability. With deep expertise and global scale, we partner with customers to drive innovation and shape the future of finance. Few organisations operate at the scale, complexity and reach of LSEG. Here, you’ll work alongside experts, be inspired to deliver your best work and help shape what’s next for our business and the global economy. Guided by our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change, we bring together diverse perspectives, encourage fresh thinking, and create an environment where learning never stops. Join more than 26,000 colleagues across 60 countries, supporting customers in over 170 countries. Alongside flexible ways of working, you'll have access to benefits that support your wellbeing and your future, including 26 weeks' parental leave, healthcare, retirement planning and a wellness allowance. Through the LSEG Foundation and two paid volunteering days each year, you’ll also have opportunities to get involved in your local community and support causes that matter to you. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. 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