VP - Benefits Manager en Rabobank

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Job Description

Rabobank North America is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Benefits Manager to lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our employee benefits programs across the US, Canada, and Mexico. This is a strategic, hands-on role for an experienced professional who thrives in a collaborative team environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional employee experiences.

Our Shared Future:

You and Your Job

As a Benefits Manager you will be successful in leading the design, implementation, and administration of benefits programs that align with our Human Capital strategy.

Develops, implements, administers, and maintains benefits programs, policies, and procedures in the US and Canada. Oversees Mexico programs. Ensures programs meet Human Capital strategy requirements, comply with legal requirements, and are cost effective. Develops benefits communications and counsels employees on benefits related issues. Evaluates existing benefits programs against peer organizations to determine market competitiveness based on trends and developments. Interaction with others is critical to the role as the position serves as a key point of contact for all benefit matters.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert and key contact for all benefit-related matters.

• Oversee 401(k) and retiree benefit programs, and act as a fiduciary on retirement and health committees.

• Manage annual open enrollment, vendor relationships, and regulatory reporting (ERISA, COBRA, etc.).

• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on benefits policies and practices.

• Present benefit communications in-person and virtually, ensuring clarity and engagement.

• Collaborate across departments to achieve strategic goals.

Your Promise to Us:

To be considered for the Benefits Manager role, you must have:

• Knowledge of labor law regulations required.

• Computer proficiency with MS Word and Excel, Outlook and Internet required. Strong research, writing and communications skills are essential.

• Must possess excellent human relations and communication skills and work effectively without direct supervision.

• Effective time management and organizational skills required.

• Exhibits high degree of professionalism and confidentiality in handling and having access to sensitive employee information.

• This position requires the use of tact, discretion and good judgment. Experience managing areas including Benefits, Employee Relations, etc.

• Must exhibit ability to make administrative decisions.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.  Rabobank is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Our Commitment to you – cultivating your way beyond pay:

Rabobank welcomes employees and applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that leverages the diverse strengths of our workforce. This enables us to exceed the expectations of our clients and customers while ensuring a healthy and safe environment for our staff.

We believe your well-being extends far beyond just a paycheck and should encompass your health, happiness, and satisfaction. To meet these needs, Rabobank offers a flexible hybrid working model and continually evaluates and enhances our benefit offerings to ensure they are comprehensive, competitive, and provide you with the options and flexibility you need.

Our employee benefits are focused on four main components:

• Physical Well-Being includes our commitment to your Health and Wellness. Medical, Dental and Vision plan coverages are effective on your date of hire. Rabo offers multiple plan options and a full network of providers to best meet your needs.

• Financial Well-Being provides for your Retirement + Savings + Security. We love seeing your retirement plan balance grow just as much as you do! That’s why you can start participating in the 401(k) plan on your date of hire. Plus we match 50% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) plan for US Employees. Rabo also contributes an additional 3% of your eligible pay in Safe Harbor contribution and up to 3% in annual Discretionary Profit Sharing contributions.

• Emotional Well-Being ensures your Work + Life balance. We offer a generous paid time off program to full time employees: up to 20 days of vacation time, 5 days of additional time off plus 7 sick days and 11 US holidays annually (based on hire date during the calendar year). In addition, Growing a Better World Together requires wanting the best for our employees and their families and our communities. To do that, we offer both the time and financial support to give back to the community through our Dollars for Doers, Helping Hands and Gift Matching programs. (All paid time off is subject to company accrual and carryover policies.)

• Workforce Well-Being supports a hybrid working model that offers the flexibility to split your time between home and the office—typically 2–3 days remote and the remaining days onsite—promoting both productivity and personal well-being.

Our Organization:

Rabobank Group is a global financial services leader providing wholesale and retail banking, leasing, and real estate services in more than 37 countries worldwide. Founded over a century ago, Rabobank today is one of the world’s largest banks with over $678 billion in assets.

In North America, Rabobank is a premier corporate and investment bank to the food, agribusiness, commodities and energy industries in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Rabo AgriFinance, a subsidiary of Rabobank, is a leading financial services provider for farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses in the United States and Canada. Together, we provide sector expertise, strategic counsel and tailored financial solutions to clients across the entire value chain. Visit www.RabobankNA.com

Salary Expectations:

Target Hiring Range: $105,000.00 - $125,000.00

This position is subject to the terms of [RAF/Rabobank/RDS]’s compensation plans and policies. It is anticipated that the position will pay within the target hiring range. The range is reflective of the desired primary physical work location and may be adjusted outside of the projected range based on geographical differentiation if the actual work location of the hired candidate differs from the desired primary location, or for other lawful reasons. Further, all full-time regular positions include all other benefits provided to [RAF/Rabobank/RDS] employees, including healthcare benefits, 401k matching, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, possible discretionary bonuses and all other benefits that are all governed by and subject to ERISA plan documents and eligibility.

Rabo provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity gender expression, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military service or veteran status, victims of domestic violence, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Rabo also prohibits harassment of any individuals on any of the bases listed above.

At Rabobank, we strive to grow a better world together. In order to achieve that, we have to have the right people in the right jobs. Are you ready to join our team?

This job posting has no fixed application deadline.  We will accept resumes until a qualified applicant pool is identified.

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