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CanvaGlobal Benefits Manager (12 months FTC)
Canva is hiring a Global Benefits Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide parental leave coverage. This role takes charge of the global benefits portfolio,…
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Canva is hiring a Global Benefits Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide parental leave coverage. This role takes charge of the global benefits portfolio, which includes healthcare, insurance, retirement, wellbeing programs, time off, connection initiatives, and the Vibe and Thrive allowance. The position is based in Sydney, operating under a hybrid schedule that combines remote work with campus collaboration. The person in this role will oversee day-to-day operations,…
Job Description
Canva is hiring a Global Benefits Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide parental leave coverage. This role takes charge of the global benefits portfolio, which includes healthcare, insurance, retirement, wellbeing programs, time off, connection initiatives, and the Vibe and Thrive allowance. The position is based in Sydney, operating under a hybrid schedule that combines remote work with campus collaboration.
The person in this role will oversee day-to-day operations, handle broker relationships, negotiate renewals, and monitor budgets while balancing commercial considerations with the employee experience. Responsibilities include coordinating international benefit launches, using usage data and benchmarking for program recommendations, and simplifying administrative processes. This opportunity may suit an experienced benefits professional interested in expanding into broader reward partnering tasks such as compensation benchmarking and offer guidance.
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the global benefits portfolio and collaborate with regional teams to address local needs.
- Oversee broker and provider relationships, handle renewal negotiations, and monitor budgets for cost-effectiveness.
- Coordinate timelines, approvals, communications, and local compliance for international benefit launches and changes.
- Utilize usage metrics, cost figures, benchmarking, and feedback to recommend program improvements and investment strategies.
- Partner with Finance, Legal, Payroll, and People departments to maintain clear responsibilities and share local benefits knowledge.
- Update policies, internal communications, and administrative workflows to make benefits easier for staff to understand and use.
- Provide support on broader reward partnering activities, including compensation benchmarking and reward advice.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience managing benefits across multiple countries, encompassing budgets, broker management, and renewal negotiations.
- Ability to manage concurrent projects, prioritize effectively, and adapt to shifting circumstances.
- Confidence in using data and feedback to formulate recommendations that balance employee needs with commercial factors.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across various teams and regions.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Hybrid working arrangement offering the flexibility to split time between remote work and the Sydney campus
- Access to the Vibe and Thrive allowance
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the employment type for this role?
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract covering parental leave.
Where is the position located?
The role is based in Sydney, operating on a hybrid schedule that allows for remote work alongside in-person campus collaboration.
What does the position focus on?
The primary focus is managing the global benefits portfolio—including healthcare, insurance, retirement, wellbeing, and allowances—with occasional support for broader reward partnering.
Is salary information specified in the posting?
No, the salary is not stated in the job posting.
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