Evonik Corporation
chemical manufacturing
BenefitsDirector
“Benefits Director at Evonik Corporation. Skills: Benefits strategy, Global benefits, Executive compensation, Vendor management. Develop and communicate a functional strategy. Inspire a diverse workforce”
Industry & Context.
Cost-containment initiatives; Operational improvements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree required, 10+ years senior-executive leadership, Deep working knowledge of ERISA, Experience as a global benefits head, Ownership of financial management, Track record in cost-containment initiatives, Hands-on experience with non-qualified executive deferred compensation, Proven ability to partner with counsel
Nice to Have
Graduate degree (MBA) CEBS certification strongly preferred, Leading complex legacy plans and union collective bargaining agreements strongly preferred, Proven compliance across retirement and health & welfare plans strongly preferred, North America regional leader preferred, Breadth across global benefits, HR, Finance, and project experience with expatriates and Canada/Mexico/Costa Rica benefits a plus
What You'll Do.
Develop and communicate a functional strategy
Inspire a diverse workforce
Lead the creation and execution of strategy
Anticipate complex regional challenges
Align plans with broader corporate strategy
Design and oversee HR frameworks
Ensure consistency across regions
Ensure compliance with legal requirements
Provide expertise and guidance to leadership
Develop and maintain organizational policies
Assess capability needs
Prioritize development activities
Foster a culture of growth
Build organizational capability
Ensure leadership strength
Ensure succession readiness
Lead regional relationships with unions
Serve as primary spokesperson
Collaborate with senior leaders
Define business objectives
Define negotiation positions
Define outcomes aligned with value
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with HR; Partner with Finance; Partner with Legal; Partner with Accounting; Partner with counsel; Partner with Regional Finance; Partner with Comptroller
Communication Scope
Executive-level communication
Process & Methodology
Merger, Acquisition, Divestiture
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