EMEA Benefits - Assistant Vice President at State Street Corporation - United States

Milan, Lombardy, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Mar, 26

Salary

182004.0

Posted On

27 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Benefits Administration, Governance, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis, Project Management, Compliance, Employee Engagement, Communication, Time Management, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Vendor Management, Risk Management, Leave Programs, Market Analysis

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Who Are We Looking For? This position is part of the International Benefits. The role will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and governance of employee benefits across the EMEA region. This role plays a key part in ensuring our programs are compliant, competitive, and aligned with both global strategy and local needs. You will lead initiatives related to leave programs, third-party vendor oversight, and employee engagement, while managing operational processes and collaborating with stakeholders across HR, Legal, and Finance. Key Responsibilities: Benefits Administration & Governance Manage end-to-end processes for benefits administration across EMEA, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and audit readiness. Manage local benefits strategy, reviewing renewals and aiding in strategy design. Key stakeholder management with global/local broker. Support as escalation point for employee queries coming through our ticketing system, responding and triaging as necessary Analyse complex datasets related to benefits, including healthcare, life assurance, and income protection programs to identify trends and opportunities to deliver actionable recommendations. Maintain documentation, workflows, and controls to support governance and continuous improvement. Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Annual renewals of benefits in the EMEA region Oversee relationships with external benefits vendors including insurers and brokers. Management of projects and programs, including RFPs, transitions to new vendors, benefit/vendor implementations, etc. to support State Street’s benefits strategy while improving efficiency and managing costs Conduct due diligence, contract reviews, and performance assessments to mitigate third-party risks. Collaborate with Procurement, Legal, and Risk teams to ensure vendor compliance with data privacy, service-level agreements, and regulatory obligations. Leave Programs Manage regional leave policies including parental leave, sick leave, sabbaticals, and statutory entitlements. Ensure leave programs are compliant with local regulations and aligned to the benefits and business strategies. Monitor external market practice, trends, regulation with awareness of their impact to the business. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships with HR Business Partners, Finance, Legal, and Compliance teams across EMEA. Serve as a reliable point of contact for country-level HR teams on benefits-related matters. Facilitate alignment between global strategy and local execution through regular engagement and feedback loops. Employee Engagement & Communications Develop and deliver clear, engaging communications around benefits programs and leave policies. Partner with BeWell, internal communications and employee networks to promote inclusive and accessible benefits. Organize webinars, campaigns, and resources to increase employee awareness and appreciation of benefits offerings Project Coordination Support cross-functional benefits projects such as vendor transitions, policy updates, and M&A integration. Track project milestones, prepare documentation, and assist with stakeholder communications. Ensure timely delivery of project components and escalate risks as needed. Required Qualifications & Behaviors: 5 + years of benefits experience. Strong oral and written communication skills. Fluency in written and oral English. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously with effective time management skills High attention to detail Ability to deliver high quality work and to work under pressure with attention to detail Ability to interact with all levels of employees, management and manage confidential information in a professional manner Experience of managing projects Flexible, "can do" attitude Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work in a dynamic business environment Minimum Salary: zł182,004 Annual The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ. Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees. In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards. We Offer: Permanent contract from day one Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off) Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children) Premium life insurance package and private pension plan Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice Variety of well-being programs Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role About State Street Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careers Read our CEO Statement State Street's Speak Up Line Załącznik do standardu Whistleblowing i Speak Up SSBI GmbH dla Oddziału w Polsce Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careers Read our CEO Statement

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Responsibilities

The role involves managing benefits administration and governance across the EMEA region, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. It also includes overseeing third-party vendor relationships and managing leave programs.