Senior Specialist, Benefits Design (HR)

TL;DR

Senior Specialist, Benefits Design (HR): Designing and managing comprehensive benefits programs for the LATAM region with an accent on strategic alignment, compliance, and employee experience. Focus on leading cross-functional projects and optimizing benefit offerings based on complex data analysis.

Location: Heredia, Costa Rica. Must be based in LATAM

Company

A global leader in running and reimagining mission-critical technology systems for leading businesses.

What you will do

• Design and manage comprehensive benefits programs including health plans, risk plans, and allowances for the LATAM region.
• Lead complex cross-functional projects involving Legal, Finance, ERLR, and local HR teams.
• Act as a trusted advisor on benefits design to align offerings with evolving business needs.
• Evaluate and interpret complex data to optimize program performance and ensure regional compliance.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and influence decision-makers to drive strategic outcomes.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of professional experience in benefits design or HR programs.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (oral and written).
• Strong ability to apply design thinking to solve complex organizational problems.
• Proven experience in stakeholder management and influencing cross-functional teams.
• High degree of autonomy and ability to work independently.

Nice to have

• Fluency in Portuguese.
• Familiarity with Workday and the integration of benefits into HR systems.
• Knowledge of time-off, leave policies, and accrual management.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid-friendly work culture supporting well-being.
• Be Well programs focusing on financial, mental, physical, and social health.
• Access to professional development and certifications from Microsoft, Google, and Amazon.
• Culture of empathy, kinship, and continuous learning.