Senior Specialist, Global Benefits Programs

KBR • Houston, TX

20h

About The Position

The Senior Specialist, Global Benefits Programs supports the design, administration, implementation, and continuous improvement of global benefits programs across multiple countries and regions. The role partners with HR, Payroll, Finance, Legal, Global Mobility, external consultants, and benefit vendors to deliver programs effectively, comply with local requirements, and align with the Company's total rewards strategy. It combines operational excellence, analytical rigor, project execution, and stakeholder partnership to improve the employee experience and support business objectives in a complex global environment.

Candidates joining KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before its planned spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in benefits, total rewards, HR operations, or a related human resources function.
• Experience supporting employee benefit programs across multiple countries or regions.
• Experience working with benefit vendors, consultants, brokers, or third-party administrators.
• Knowledge of benefits administration, wellbeing programs, and benefits operations in a global environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, project coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and HR technology platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting benefits programs within a multinational organization.
• Experience with benefits administration systems, HRIS platforms, and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of international benefits practices and regulatory requirements.
• Professional certification such as CEBS, SHRM, or HRCI.
• Experience supporting organizational transformations, integrations, or separations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support global health and welfare, retirement, and wellbeing benefits across multiple countries and regions.
• Partner with HR, business leaders, and regional stakeholders on benefits solutions aligned with the Company's total rewards strategy.
• Support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of global benefits and wellbeing programs.
• Manage relationships with benefit vendors, consultants, brokers, and third-party administrators.
• Analyze program utilization, costs, market trends, and employee feedback to identify enhancement and operational improvement opportunities.
• Lead or support benefits projects, including vendor implementations, program changes, system enhancements, and process improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate annual enrollment planning, testing, employee communications, issue resolution, and post-enrollment review.
• Partner with HRIS, Payroll, Finance, IT, and vendors to resolve operational, data, eligibility, and system-related issues.
• Develop employee communications, educational materials, and presentations about benefit programs.
• Support compliance with applicable benefits regulations, reporting requirements, and governance documentation.
• Prepare reports, analyses, and recommendations to support leadership decision-making and program effectiveness.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives related to benefits, wellbeing, employee experience, and Total Rewards programs.

Benefits

• KBR may offer additional compensation, which may include a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance, depending on internal policy or contractual designation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior