International Benefits Manager

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About Kraken

As one of the largest and most trusted digital asset platforms globally, we are empowering people to experience the life-changing potential of crypto. Trusted by over 8 million consumer and pro traders, institutions, and authorities worldwide - our unique combination of products, services, and global expertise is helping tip the scales towards mass crypto adoption. But we’re only just getting started. We want to be pioneers in crypto and add value to the everyday lives of billions. Now is not the time to sit on the sidelines. Join us to bring crypto to the world.

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About the role

We are growing rapidly and expanding our footprint into new markets globally. To support our expansion we are building a world class HR and People Operations function that will enable us to both recruit and retain top talent by offering best in class Benefits that are relevant to individual territories.

You will join a global benefit team working together to identify and implement scalable benefits solutions for our global workforce while meeting our employee needs in line with our mission, values and culture.

What you will do:

Provide counsel to key internal stakeholders on benefits guidelines and the nuances of regions, territories and specific countries as well as build external relationships with key benefits partners

Represent the benefits team in legal entity expansion and set up

Lead a team of international benefits analysts who are responsible for day-to-day benefit administration across the regions.

Support the Director of Global Benefits by executing all aspects of the annual benefits management process including health and welfare, retirement (pension), leave of absence, and ancillary benefits for the international region (all countries except for US & Canada)

Work with the Global Benefits and People Operation team to support the development, implementation and administration of benefits programs for the international region (all countries except US) including health and welfare, retirement, and leave of absence

Partner with the Workday team to improve administration efficiency through automation and employee self-service

Conduct regular analysis to monitor the regulatory compliance and on-going effectiveness of benefits programs to ensure external competitiveness and internal equity are maintained

Shares recommendations regarding changes to existing programs with Director of Global Benefits

Regularly monitors local works council, labor union, and acquired rights requirements to ensure company adherence to local laws

Provide assistance on one-off benefits projects

What we're looking for:

BS/BA, preferably in a business field

Minimum of 10+ years benefits experience. High-Tech experience preferred

Experience managing people

Experience with Workday HRIS

Excellent prioritization and organization skills

Strong attention to detail

Knowledge of international (local country) laws pertaining to benefits; ability to find answers where there is a lack of knowledge

Interpersonal/Influencing/Negotiating skills

Independent, self-managed, and self-starter personality

Be able to provide solutions and clarity in times of ambiguity

Location Tagging: #EU #International

We’re powered by people from around the world with their own unique and diverse experiences. We value all Krakenites and their talents, contributions, and perspectives, regardless of their background. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!

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