Interim EMEA Benefits Manager
Role: Interim EMEA Benefits Manager
Location: London (Hybrid working)
Contract Type: Day-rate, Ongoing Interim Assignment
Start Date: Immediate / Flexible
We’re working closely with a global Financial Services client to recruit an experienced EMEA Benefits Manager into their high-performing People team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of regional benefits operations while contributing to broader wellbeing and employee experience strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and administer UK and EMEA benefit programmes, acting as primary point of contact for employees and external consultants
- Lead benefits delivery and policy updates across jurisdictions, including maternity/paternity, medical schemes, risk benefits, and regional pensions
- Drive benefit renewals, liaising with brokers, legal counsel, payroll and HR teams to ensure smooth execution and policy compliance
- Own and update all benefits communication materials – intranet pages, handbooks, onboarding content, and internal newsletters
- Partner with Payroll teams to manage joiners, leavers, auto-enrolment, salary changes, and deductions
- Deliver benefits inductions for new joiners and facilitate ongoing training and education around wellbeing and entitlements
- Lead budget tracking across EMEA and support global reporting cycles
- Act as a key representative on the UK Pensions Governance Committee and Wellbeing Taskforce, driving strategic enhancements and coordinating wellness activities
- Contribute to the global benefits strategy by identifying process improvements, assessing market trends, and proposing enhancements to the employee experience
Candidate Profile
- Proven experience managing EMEA and UK benefits programs, ideally within global corporate environment
- Strong understanding of regional statutory requirements and market trends across healthcare, pensions, and wellbeing
- Skilled communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders across HR, payroll, legal, and technology teams
- Organised and proactive, with a track record of independently leading projects and resolving complex queries
This is a high-impact interim role offering autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to make a measurable contribution to a growing HR function. If you’re available for day-rate contracts and bring regional benefits expertise, we’d love to hear from you.
The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
